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Strictly Come Dancing professional and breast cancer and Crohn's disease awareness advocate Amy Dowden shares her journey from growing up in the Welsh Valleys to dancing on the glittering stage of prime-time television. Through her debilitating illness as a teenager and her recent chemotherapy treatment for stage 3 breast cancer, Amy's story is one of an unbreakable spirit with an irrepressible joy for life and dance; she is living proof that our darkest times do not define us.

From her first dance lesson, Amy never wanted to leave the dance floor; when the music is playing, nothing else matters, and it has been what has kept her going through the toughest times. Despite facing the relentless challenges of undiagnosed Crohn's disease during her teens, Amy's love for dance remained unwavering. Her passion led her to win the British Championships with her partner and become the first Welsh professional dancer on Strictly Come Dancing.

However, Amy's journey took an unexpected turn when she discovered a lump in her breast just before her honeymoon. Despite undergoing a mastectomy and enduring gruelling chemotherapy, her journey was far from over. Complications arose, and she faced the harsh reality of reduced chances of having children. Yet, through it all, Amy's spirit remained unbroken, fueled by her love for dance and the unwavering support of her family, friends, and supporters.

In Dancing in the Rain, Amy Dowden shares her poignant and deeply personal story, offering solace and inspiration to anyone navigating life's storms. With courage and vulnerability, she reminds us that no matter the challenge, the human spirit can prevail, and that even in the darkest times, there is always hope.

Pages: 272, Year of Publication: 1125, Dimensions: 12.8x12.8cm