Unexpected Journey

by Sheila Roberts

Sheila Roberts first went to the doctor thinking she had a kidney stone. It turned out she had something much more uterine cancer. Thus began a spiritual and emotional journey that took her over some rough terrain yet taught her a lot about herself, her faith, and life in general. She shares the lessons she learned along the way with humor and frankness. Sheila's story is bound to encourage any woman who finds herself on a similar journey and is in need of encouragement.

164 pages, Kindle Edition

First published October 4, 2017

About the author

With fifty books to her credit, both fiction and non-fiction, Sheila Roberts is a frequent USA Today and Publishers Weekly bestseller - and a fan favorite. Her books have sold over three million copies and have been turned into movies for the Hallmark, Lifetime and Great American Family channels. Before settling into her writing career, Sheila owned a singing telegram company and played in band. When she's not traveling, Sheila can be found hanging out with friends, playing tennis, and, of course, writing and reading. Sometimes she even remembers to post books she's read!

Reviews

[Quinlan Marcy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Such a journey!

This was a trip into the life of a favorite author of mine, and how her faith, love, family and friends helped her through her it. Thank you for sharing this with us as it gives a new perspective on how to face life altering issues.

[Becky · Rating 5 out of 5]

For those facing a crisis be it health, personal or financial this book is well worth reading and having a spot on your bookshelf! The format is easy on the reader. She walks you through her days of coming to understand her cancer, it's treatments and prognosis. Each segment she gives the read a chance to digest information, sort through the implications and finally a chance to ponder your own response. She leans on her faith, family and friends. Giving us glimpses of the struggle with each step. Sometimes she reminds us we fall but even this we can recover from and rise to the challenge. She shows us the humor of unexpected changes to the body. There were so many body changes I did not know occurred with chemo and radiation. The journey isn't one we choose but we can make it together. If you know someone who is facing challenges this is an excellent read. Even if you aren't it will help you understand where a friend, relative coworker or church member could be going through and give you insight to help. them through

[Marcia Haskell · Rating 4 out of 5]

A journey through cancer and beyond

I’m not an active Christian and expected to stop reading after a chapter or so. Instead, I found myself read and empathizing and getting something from every chapter of Sheila’s journey. I rejoiced with her in her joy as her husband and friends became more and more of support system. I understand and utilized her turning to prayer - although I call it healing vibrations. And I was reminded of the week when my husband was in rehab, recovering from a fractured hip at 94. Every Lyft driver who picked me up after asking how I was asked if they could pray for, or with, me. since I don’t live in an especially religious community this struck me as amazing. Even more amazing 3 of the 8 drivers ere Muslim while the others didn’t mention their religion. It was enough that they, and I believed in help and healing.

This book has become another source of healing for me from one of my favorite authors.

[Grace Augustine · Rating 5 out of 5]

In this poignant journal, we travel with Sheila as she deals with the monster...cancer. This is written as a daily journal with Scriptures and thoughts to ponder about your own life. I found it not only usable for those with cancer, but those going through any challenge. This is a wonderful way of challenging yourself to be the best you can be through prayer and meditation. Bless you, Sheila. I'm so glad you beat it.

[Barbara · Rating 4 out of 5]

Inspiring

A thought-provoking, inspirational read. Sheila shares her rough journey through cancer with us; the pain and suffering, the ups and downs, with snippets of humor. The journey changes her life both physically and mentally. Her strong faith gets her through this journey, even when she has doubts.

[Donna Duggins · Rating 5 out of 5]

Cancer survival

Wonderful journal through the journey of cancer. She also gives you encouragement in this journey we call life. Very uplifting.

[Sonya Pope · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is about her life. It's very interesting and you learn a lot from it.

[Lori Church]

I loved this book. I feel as though the author shared her experiences with me as if we were dear friends. I appreciate that she includes prayers and scripture in her book about her health. I admire how her husband was encouraging, and at her side through everything.