Courage, Brave Amazon: One Woman's Spiritual Journey Through Breast Cancer [Paperback]

"...A sense of humour constantly bubbles to the surface, even when the agonies are doing their worst."

"Sales of a book telling of her fight against breast cancer are going well, with more than 40 sold on its first day,"

"‘Courage, Brave Amazon’ will act as an inspiration to other women with breast cancer, their partners, family and friends, and help them see that there is life after breast cancer."

The publication of an important book, written by Christine Rayner to help sufferers of breast cancer and their families, has created much interest and demand."

An autobiographical account of the author’s experiences of having breast cancer. A combination of narrative interspersed with information, both of a personal and a medical nature.
Quotes from the Foreword, written by the Head of Trustees of Breast Cancer Care:
"In this book Chrissie explores her own feelings when faced with her diagnosis, and shares her journey through breast cancer."
"By sharing her story, Chrissie proves there is life after a diagnosis of breast cancer and that you can go on to have a happy, healthy and fulfilling future. This book is a testament to Chrissie’s courage and determination to turn her breast cancer into a positive experience."
"Donations from the sale of this book mean that Breast Cancer Care can go on helping women and men with breast cancer, their partners, family and friends for many years to come." (Stephanie Jacobs)

'Courage, Brave Amazon' (ISBN: 1903797179) has been reviewed by Cancer Research UK and is now on their website (CancerHelp.UK) as recommended reading for breast cancer sufferers. Consultants, GP and nursing staff have acquired copies for use as a resource for women who find it difficult to cope with their diagnoses.

"Christine (Chrissie) was diagnosed with Breast Cancer at the age of 48, and she describes her life from the discovery of her breast lump in 2000 up to the present day. She reflects on the anxiety, fears, her love and her joy throughout the last two years, talking openly and frankly about her attitude towards her mastectomy, chemotherapy and radiotherapy. Her illness has given Chrissie tremendous strength and determination, not only to combat her own problems but also to help others in a similar situation. A full and candid account of her fight against breast cancer, the book also contains humour and poignancy.
This informative volume is essential reading for women of all ages, diagnosed or just concerned. It also offers inspiration for husbands, partners, relatives and friends.
It is not just an insight into the mixed emotions experienced by one brave person; it is much more-A Story of True Love."