The Sunday Times bestseller ’Are you ready, Max? If anyone’s going to help me do this, it’s you.’ The heart-warming tale of a life-saving friendship. In 2006, a traumatic car accident changed Kerry Irving’s life forever. Suffering from severe neck and back injuries, Kerry was unemployed and housebound, struggling with depression and even thoughts of suicide. He went from cycling over 600 miles a month to becoming a prisoner in his own home. With hope all but lost, Kerry’s wife encouraged him to go on a short walk to the local shop. In the face of unbearable pain and overwhelming panic, he persevered and along the way, met an adorable yard dog named Max. As the Spaniel peered up through the railings, Kerry found comfort and encouragement in his soulful brown eyes. This chance encounter marked a turning point in both their lives. In Max, Kerry found comfort and motivation and in Kerry, Max found someone to care for him. This is their remarkable, inspiring story.Max, the dog, became not just a pet but a beacon of hope and inspiration, a testament to the power of resilience and the spirit of survival. The memoirs of this Sunday Times bestselling author are a testament to the power of walking, a simple recreation, in overcoming personal and medical challenges.For fans of Colin Butcher (Molly the Pet Detective Dog), Dr Amit Patel (Kika & Me), Andrew Cotter (Dog Days), Veronica Clark (Deep Deception), and Damien Lewis (SAS Daggers Drawn).