Terminal disease patients who fight their illness daily must be applauded since their stories give strength and courage to other patients going through the same experience. A Breast Cancer Journey by Jennifer A. Douglas is based on a true story that offers hope, strength, and encouragement to patients diagnosed with cancer. Jennifer Douglas was diagnosed with breast cancer at the age of forty-two. Although overwhelmed and frightened, she courageously underwent multiple imaging procedures, biopsies, and lumpectomy surgery, clearing all her tumors. Although she had episodes of frustration, anger, and helplessness between appointments, procedures, and surgery, she could communicate her emotions and feelings and lived happily after accepting her truth and scars.

Jennifer A. Douglas writes a book to guide and answer most cancer patients’ questions. She does so through her extensive research, personal experience, and inquisitive nature, which did not prevent her from asking questions concerning her diagnosis and treatments. Jennifer discusses the most important topics, which most patients regard as the least important. For example, she discusses finances, as cancer treatment is very expensive. She also talks about primary caregivers after surgery, how to break the news to family and friends, and the types of treatment available. Douglas discloses her journey and includes other women’s stories to assure anyone recovering from cancer that they are not alone and that they, too, can come out stronger. These other women’s stories also disclose that people heal differently and react differently. A Breast Cancer Journey is an informative book I recommend to those undergoing cancer treatments since it will equip you with essential tips and insights on living through the pain as you focus on complete recovery.