I tried to "erase his appalling childhood." Twins’ extraordinary tale of abuse and recovery.

Jul 04, 2013, 11:36 AM

When 18 year old Alex Lewis woke from a coma following a serious motorcycle accident, he had lost his memory and could only recognise his twin brother Marcus. He couldn't walk, knew nothing about his past life and didn't know any other family members. It was down to Marcus to fill in all the blanks for his twin – but there was an important detail left out. Eventually the truth was revealed.