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There Must Be More: Finding purpose in the face of the unimaginable
Kellie Finlayson is not a cancer survivor - she is a cancer thriver. This is her story.
In 2021, Kellie Finlayson, with a three-month-old daughter, found herself staring down the barrel of a terminal Stage 4 bowel cancer. She was 25.
Incredibly, Kellie is still fighting several years on, and not only for her life. She was horrified to discover that this disease is Australia's second-highest cancer killer and—shockingly—the highest for 25- to 45-year-olds. Hardwired to help people, Kellie boldly determined to change those statistics. Since then, she has become a defier of odds and a passionate advocate for broader health awareness.
While being the Number 1 supporter of her husband, AFL player Jeremy Finlayson, and of their daughter, Sophia, Kellie has also become an ambassador of the Jodi Lee Foundation and face of the 'Trust Your Gut' campaign, a co-host of the Sh!t Talkers podcast and now an author, courageously unveiling her story. She is on a mission.
There Must be More is a book about being dealt a devasting blow, being knocked down and yet getting back up again. This is Kellie's searingly honest, endearingly vulnerable, sometimes cheeky and always hopeful story of love and struggle from the frontlines of her fight for life.
Filled with revelations for those who haven't been touched by the illness and compassion for those who have, this book is the life-affirming gift of hope that everybody needs.
'A confronting but joyous reminder to treasure every moment, big and small.' Georgie Tunny, The Project
'Kellie's memoir is a powerful reminder of the strength and resilience of the human spirit. Her story will leave you in awe of her courage and inspire you to live each day with purpose.' Chloe Fisher
In 2021, Kellie Finlayson, with a three-month-old daughter, found herself staring down the barrel of a terminal Stage 4 bowel cancer. She was 25.
Incredibly, Kellie is still fighting several years on, and not only for her life. She was horrified to discover that this disease is Australia's second-highest cancer killer and—shockingly—the highest for 25- to 45-year-olds. Hardwired to help people, Kellie boldly determined to change those statistics. Since then, she has become a defier of odds and a passionate advocate for broader health awareness.
While being the Number 1 supporter of her husband, AFL player Jeremy Finlayson, and of their daughter, Sophia, Kellie has also become an ambassador of the Jodi Lee Foundation and face of the 'Trust Your Gut' campaign, a co-host of the Sh!t Talkers podcast and now an author, courageously unveiling her story. She is on a mission.
There Must be More is a book about being dealt a devasting blow, being knocked down and yet getting back up again. This is Kellie's searingly honest, endearingly vulnerable, sometimes cheeky and always hopeful story of love and struggle from the frontlines of her fight for life.
Filled with revelations for those who haven't been touched by the illness and compassion for those who have, this book is the life-affirming gift of hope that everybody needs.
'A confronting but joyous reminder to treasure every moment, big and small.' Georgie Tunny, The Project
'Kellie's memoir is a powerful reminder of the strength and resilience of the human spirit. Her story will leave you in awe of her courage and inspire you to live each day with purpose.' Chloe Fisher
224 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 29, 2025
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May 3, 2025
Truely inspiring. As someone who has lost their Dad to Bowel Cancer it’s a very amazing reminder no matter your health or age it doesn’t discriminate. Thank you Kellie for sharing your story and reminding others to trust their gut and live life to the fullest.
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May 31, 2025I’ve got on board with the sentiment that it feels wrong to rate a memoir, especially dealing with themes that Kellie’s book does. It’s a great read though heartbreaking in parts.
May 30, 2025
A very inspiring book. Thank you to Kellie who continues to share her story and spread awareness of bowel cancer especially among the younger generation. Such an inspiring young woman full of heart.
⭐️ I give this book 5 stars ⭐️
⭐️ I give this book 5 stars ⭐️
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April 29, 2025What a beautiful story of Kellie’s life and her battle with cancer.
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