I, too, heard Mr. Samuelson speak at a leadership conference. The audience was riveted by his story and the lessons he had to convey. I immediately went out in search of his written work. When I first found this book, I put it back, thinking it would be too depressing to read, but then I couldn't get it out of my mind.

I ordered it and read it...and found it to be one of the most life-affirming books I've ever read. Not in a preachy, how-to way but in a subtle, "look at what these people are dealing which and how" way. Mr. Samuelson writes with as much energy as he speaks. He challenges us to look at the adversity in our lives and use it to learn, grow and make a difference. This is a very human book and anyone who reads it should come away with at least one life lesson. Amazing.

I've since learned a cousin has been diagnosed with breast cancer. She'll be receiving a copy of the book asap.

My Father, Tim Harbour is chapter 1 in this book. Michael Samuelson is a good friend of his. This book really touched my family and my dads courage through his cancer has really touched other people too. In his story, my dad discribes me as a different kind of kid, vary strong deep for a 13 yer old (iam now 14) because i have never known in my life when he was well. I suggest you to read this book, it is a great way to look at cancer with the peoples view in this book. :O)

I'm not a cancer survivor, but when I heard the author speak at a leadership conference, I had to get the book. Most of the conference participants in the room were in upper management positions at Fortune 500 companies. Every one of us was captured by Michael's words. The book is no less compelling. It grabs you on the first page and doesn't let go.

For anyone who has never had cancer, it's a powerful read. I can only imagine how powerfully gripping it must be for anyone whose life has been touched by cancer. If you're not a cancer survivor, buy a copy and read it. If your life has been touched by cancer, buy three copies - one for yourself and one for two people close to you.

I am a professional home-dec seamstress and use this book for client reference. The vivid pictures are of fully, beautifully decorated rooms in various styles. Many are easy to recreate. However, for those needing detailed instructions, you would need to find a pattern to recreate some of what you see in the book (like the valance on the cover). Good hints on choosing style, fabric, and on measuring.