Recovering from Trauma
A Rude Awakening chronicles Sarah Matthews’ inspiring journey from physical trauma to emotional healing. With honesty and raw emotion, Sarah shares her path to recovery, offering invaluable insights for those navigating their own struggles. A powerful reminder that resilience, self-awareness, and strength can guide us through life’s most challenging moments.
Dr. Sarah Matthews was born in Australia but spent her childhood in Wales and later in central England. She became motivated to be a vet at seven years of age. She was one of very few state school students to be offered a vet student place at her college at Cambridge University.

After surviving traumatic events, Sarah Matthews shares her journey of resilience and recovery in A Rude Awakening. A powerful guide for overcoming life’s challenges.