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Limitless
An inspiring memoir of one young woman’s journey with cancer and amputation, as she learns that sometimes the worst of circumstances can produce the most beautiful of resolutions.
At eighteen years old, Rebecca’s mind was on the life she had ahead of her. She was chasing her dreams of studying marine biology at her dream college, honing her skills as a drummer, and figuring out how to travel the world. She never expected to have her plans interrupted by a cancer diagnosis. She also didn’t expect that diagnosis to lead to the eventual decision to amputate her leg. But through what most would consider to be the worst few years of her life, Rebecca discovered things about herself and her faith that would not have come to the surface if not for the trials she faced.
Limitless will take you through Rebecca’s journey of survival, as she learns what it means to overcome the obstacles life throws at her. From the long weeks spent in the hospital to epic adventures, from the depths of despair to the heights of euphoria, Rebecca’s story baffles cynics and encourages the hopeless. In spite of every impossible prognosis she faced, she defies all odds with her tenacity and faith to believe in miracles.
At eighteen years old, Rebecca’s mind was on the life she had ahead of her. She was chasing her dreams of studying marine biology at her dream college, honing her skills as a drummer, and figuring out how to travel the world. She never expected to have her plans interrupted by a cancer diagnosis. She also didn’t expect that diagnosis to lead to the eventual decision to amputate her leg. But through what most would consider to be the worst few years of her life, Rebecca discovered things about herself and her faith that would not have come to the surface if not for the trials she faced.
Limitless will take you through Rebecca’s journey of survival, as she learns what it means to overcome the obstacles life throws at her. From the long weeks spent in the hospital to epic adventures, from the depths of despair to the heights of euphoria, Rebecca’s story baffles cynics and encourages the hopeless. In spite of every impossible prognosis she faced, she defies all odds with her tenacity and faith to believe in miracles.
455 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 6, 2024
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September 21, 2024
Come sit. Pick up a favorite coffee or tea, or whatever hot drink you prefer. When you read this book, you’re in for one of the best conversations you’ll ever have in your life.
All throughout her book, I felt like I was right there with her as she endured so much. Between the amazing and the terrible, Rebecca writes as though you’re in the doctor’s office with her, on another seat of her couch, or following along with her as an invested spectator during her races. I would pump my fists in the air and let out audible cheers, pound my fist against the nearest surface and gawk at the horrors of inhumane care, and feel the tears threaten to pour out in both times of hard-won triumph and times of pain and despair.
This autobiography is more than deserving of your time. If you’re unsure, let me be the one to say this one is worth it.
I am quite literally adding this to the list of books I will have my children read in due time when they’re of age. I learned much from this book, and I would absolutely count it as a living book (if you’re homeschooling, add this book to your kids’ list ASAP).
“After I broke down, I accepted my new fate and texted Mom to let her know. I also decided at that moment that I wouldn’t wait until survivorship to be considered strong. I had been surviving cancer from the moment it became an active threat in my body, and I would not be called a cancer patient. Instead, I would be called a cancer survivor. Despite my impending baldness, paling skin, and dull eyes, I would not allow anyone else to define me based on what I could not control. I would be defined by how I handled those things.”
She said, “I wouldn’t wait until survivorship to be considered strong.” Tell me this doesn’t make you want to stand up, flip tables, clap, cheer, and scream a war cry! I have never in my life faced such things that Rebecca has had to face, so her story allowed me to slip into her shoes (and eventually, just one shoe) to get a glimpse of just how much life can suck. Yet, at the same time, just how much one could look at evil and declare, “You’re not taking me without a fight.”
Ferocious and raw, you’ll have no problem rooting for Rebecca the moment you start reading. Don’t be fooled, she doesn’t hold back the times she was in the depths of darkness and despair. She gives you the full picture. And I couldn’t get enough.
“I wasn’t going to let cancer steal my spark.” This book is evidence of how, in the face of some of the worst evils one could face and feel so alone facing, it’s possible to generate a fervent blaze within.
And of course, the humor. “Not much would cause me to miss lasagna and garlic bread.” Same.
“So, for the second time in my life, I was being told I would “never walk again.” Please imagine me using dramatic air quotes when I say that.” When I tell you I laughed out loud throughout her book, know that there were times I startled those around me because of my outbursts.
Above all, Rebecca’s book gives glory to God. As a believer, it was amazing to see how she developed a relationship with the Lord as she battled and waited and fought to live (LIVE, not just survive).
If you know anyone going through difficult times of health, whether it’s you or someone else, read this book. It will show you so much more than what you could be told by your loved one about what they might be feeling and going through, and it will provide insight from one young woman’s perspective for ways you can deeply encourage them. If you’re the one sitting there wondering if this book would help you as you face hardships in your health, this book will become a good friend of yours.
Rebecca, it was an absolute joy and pleasure of mine to read your book. Whenever you publish a second, third, etc, it’s already on my TBR.
All throughout her book, I felt like I was right there with her as she endured so much. Between the amazing and the terrible, Rebecca writes as though you’re in the doctor’s office with her, on another seat of her couch, or following along with her as an invested spectator during her races. I would pump my fists in the air and let out audible cheers, pound my fist against the nearest surface and gawk at the horrors of inhumane care, and feel the tears threaten to pour out in both times of hard-won triumph and times of pain and despair.
This autobiography is more than deserving of your time. If you’re unsure, let me be the one to say this one is worth it.
I am quite literally adding this to the list of books I will have my children read in due time when they’re of age. I learned much from this book, and I would absolutely count it as a living book (if you’re homeschooling, add this book to your kids’ list ASAP).
“After I broke down, I accepted my new fate and texted Mom to let her know. I also decided at that moment that I wouldn’t wait until survivorship to be considered strong. I had been surviving cancer from the moment it became an active threat in my body, and I would not be called a cancer patient. Instead, I would be called a cancer survivor. Despite my impending baldness, paling skin, and dull eyes, I would not allow anyone else to define me based on what I could not control. I would be defined by how I handled those things.”
She said, “I wouldn’t wait until survivorship to be considered strong.” Tell me this doesn’t make you want to stand up, flip tables, clap, cheer, and scream a war cry! I have never in my life faced such things that Rebecca has had to face, so her story allowed me to slip into her shoes (and eventually, just one shoe) to get a glimpse of just how much life can suck. Yet, at the same time, just how much one could look at evil and declare, “You’re not taking me without a fight.”
Ferocious and raw, you’ll have no problem rooting for Rebecca the moment you start reading. Don’t be fooled, she doesn’t hold back the times she was in the depths of darkness and despair. She gives you the full picture. And I couldn’t get enough.
“I wasn’t going to let cancer steal my spark.” This book is evidence of how, in the face of some of the worst evils one could face and feel so alone facing, it’s possible to generate a fervent blaze within.
And of course, the humor. “Not much would cause me to miss lasagna and garlic bread.” Same.
“So, for the second time in my life, I was being told I would “never walk again.” Please imagine me using dramatic air quotes when I say that.” When I tell you I laughed out loud throughout her book, know that there were times I startled those around me because of my outbursts.
Above all, Rebecca’s book gives glory to God. As a believer, it was amazing to see how she developed a relationship with the Lord as she battled and waited and fought to live (LIVE, not just survive).
If you know anyone going through difficult times of health, whether it’s you or someone else, read this book. It will show you so much more than what you could be told by your loved one about what they might be feeling and going through, and it will provide insight from one young woman’s perspective for ways you can deeply encourage them. If you’re the one sitting there wondering if this book would help you as you face hardships in your health, this book will become a good friend of yours.
Rebecca, it was an absolute joy and pleasure of mine to read your book. Whenever you publish a second, third, etc, it’s already on my TBR.
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