Held: A Memoir from Cancer Survivor and Amputee

by Melissa Eadie

Melissa Eadie was first diagnosed with cancer at the tender age of 14. While her peers were experiencing high school, the latest trends, and youthful ambitions, Melissa became familiar with the four corners of her hospital room.

For the next 10+ years, “cancer,” was a part of her everyday vocabulary. Tragically, her second diagnosis at 19 resulted in the loss of her right leg. A two-time cancer survivor and above knee amputee, Melissa’s life is the definition of strength and perseverance, but she knows that victory includes the painful fight to the finish line.

Are you in the middle of a battle and experiencing the weight of loss or grief? Do you feel alone in your suffering, without someone to guide you? More than just a memoir, Melissa walks you through her vulnerable, “diary” moments in the process of growth, grieving, and forgiveness. Melissa’s unbreakable passion will help Melissa will sit with you through the pain and offer you the voice of comfort your soul has been searching for. Her story will lead you to the God that wraps you in love and shows you what it means to be… Held.

168 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 1, 2021

Reviews

[Tammy F. Burton · Rating 5 out of 5]

Knowing this young lady's family, this book was very precious to me. It is truly a diary of her cancer journey and so, it jumps around a bit. The faith that exudes from this book is inspiring.