“In what is often a much maligned and misunderstood area of nursing, Christine Hillingdon uses humour and satire to describe everyday people doing an abnormal and thankless job.” Amos Turton (Bachelor of Health Sci.)
“If you want insight into what it was really like to work through Accreditation, hospital closure and bureaucracy gone mad, then this a must-read.” Fiona Bell (NASANSB)
“The Lunatics do seem to have taken over the asylum.” Phillip Hackett (Ex-Psych Nurse)
“Wonderful descriptions, presented with great humanity, compassion and humour. This book vividly captures what it was like to work in a psychiatric hospital during that period of time – and what happened afterwards." Jude Mann (Mental Health Nurse)
“Thought-provoking. A real eye-opener. Not to be easily put down. Rich in human foibles. A glimpse into a world that is seldom discussed. Well worth a read." Bruce Tanton (Author, Ex-Psych Nurse)