This book offers a perspective on chronic illness that is gentle, thoughtful and hopeful. It will interest Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Fibromyalgia sufferers and their carers. For health professionals early or later on their professional journey, Longing to Live offers insight into the suffering of chronic illness and the importance of autonomy for sufferers in contributing to their healing.Dr Emma M. Kennedy, BMBS MFM FRACGP Margaret Lambert, in Longing to Live, does a superb job of illuminating the physical, emotional, psychological and spiritual facets and challenges faced by individuals struggling to learn how to live with a chronic illness. Recommended for chronic illness sufferers, family, friends, counselors and clergy.Susan R. Greenough, Psychotherapist, Boise, Idaho, USA."This book is a wonderful companion to have, for those of us on the journey with Chronic Fatigue and Fibromyalgia. Margaret tells her story with great warmth and wisdom. I found this a most useful tool as I was able to compare her experiences with those treatments that I had tried, and also find out what other possible treatments are out there. I would highly recommend this book to any sufferer or person who wishes to understand the suffering of someone with Chronic Fatigue or Fibromyalgia." Gillian Dadswell, Director, Two Way Communication, Darwin, Australia