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This book is a personal summary of the fears and frustrations of a young female with a disability while going through treatment for breast cancer. The author is now a first-time breast cancer survivor who tells of the faith, family, friends and fun that carried her through the ordeal. The author uses her faith, humor, honesty, and vulnerability to “have the conversation” with her readers about a topic that is uncomfortable for many in a way that is comfortable and conversational. She seeks to honor the memories of those that did not win their battles with cancer while here on Earth and remind her readers that life is beautiful!

My Review:

Mary Schmidt

5.0 out of 5 stars Life is beautiful

Reviewed in the United States on August 18, 2025

Life is beautiful. Literally. No doubt about it. First of all, I’m a registered nurse for decades, worked with cancer patients, those with chronic wound vac needs, and the entire everything one can do in nursing. I’ve had family with cancer. My youngest son had cancer and passed at age five years. Each cancer patient is unique! I mean that. No two cancer patients are the same. Two patients can have the exact same cancer and staging, receive the same treatment, but they are still unique. Our bodies are unique. How each body reacts is unique. Our strengths and weaknesses are unique. Hence, no two cancer patients are the same. I’ve heard others question why they lived, but their friend did not. We are unique. Melody writes from her heart. This memoir is from the heart. Her story is inspiring and also educational for others. I highly recommend this book. Life is beautiful is the perfect mantra.