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The Stars Will Still Be There: A memoir of what my daughter taught me about love, life and loss Hardcover – 9 May 2024

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The inspiring, life-affirming memoir from Nicola Nuttall about her incredible daughter Laura

When Nicola Nuttall was told that her 18-year-old daughter Laura had only 12 months to live, following a diagnosis of the most aggressive form of brain cancer, glioblastoma multiforme, she couldn’t begin to process her emotions. It was her greatest fear come true.

But while her mother struggled to adjust and searched for new treatments, Laura made a decision: she would live her life to the full and embark on an extraordinary bucket list.

Meeting Michelle Obama, piloting a Royal Navy ship, sky diving, going on safari in South Africa, driving monster trucks, taking tea at the Ritz, dancing on stage in front of thousands and graduating from university were just some of the many adventures Laura undertook.

The Stars Will Still Be There is Nicola’s raw but beautifully written account of helping her daughter make the most of her remaining time, while dealing with her own pain along with that of her younger daughter Gracie and husband, Mark.

This is a heartbreaking, life-changing memoir that reveals the fragility of humans, the power of love and why we should all ‘Be More Laura’ every single day.

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  1. Print length
    320 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publisher
    HarperElement
  4. Publication date
    9 May 2024
  5. Dimensions
    15.88 x 3.51 x 23.98 cm
  6. ISBN-10
    0008667977
  7. ISBN-13
    978-0008667979
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A memoir of what my daughter taught me about love, life and loss

About the Author

Nicola Nuttall is the proud mum of Laura and Gracie, and lives in Barrowford, Lancashire, where she runs Giddy Kippers, an indoor play centre, with her husband, Mark. Since losing Laura to the aggressive brain cancer glioblastoma multiforme (GBM), Nicola has become a passionate fundraiser, speaker and campaigner, raising awareness of the cancer and working with charities such as the Brain Tumour Charity and Brain Tumour Research to call for better, kinder treatments for those diagnosed with brain tumours. Nicola can be found on X (Twitter) as @shitscaredmum, the account she set up as an outlet for the rollercoaster of emotions experienced while caring for her daughter. She is a trustee of the charity Our Brain Bank and runs the Be More Laura Foundation, which funds research into glioblastoma. She also runs the website www.bemorelaura.com, where further information on many of the issues covered in this book can be found.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ HarperElement (9 May 2024)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 320 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0008667977
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0008667979
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 15.88 x 3.51 x 23.98 cm
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Customers find the writing quality remarkable, beautiful, and heartbreaking. They also describe the writing style as thought-provoking, with the touch of a poet/songwriter using metaphors. Readers describe the authenticity as raw, honest, and inspirational.

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Customers find the writing style thought-provoking, emotional, and honest. They also say the book is beautifully written and teaches them so much about love.

"...What a raw, heartbreaking yet heartwarming book which made me laugh, cry and realise the importance of living in the now...." Read more

"This is a wonderful book. Raw, honest and full of love, Nicola documents Laura’s journey brilliantly; her incredible daughter shines through the..." Read more

"...a couple of years ago, and I found reading this raw, personal and honest account of the impact of cancer on a family incredibly moving and..." Read more

"...The book is beautifully written. Nicola bravely shares the raw, painful moments that left me emptying the tissue box on more than once occasion...." Read more

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Customers find the writing quality remarkable, beautiful, and well-written. They also say the book is thought-provoking, moving, and emotional. Readers also say that the incredible daughter shines through the pages.

"...I’m in awe of you, Gracie and Mark ❤️ Laura was clearly such a wonderful, remarkable and kind girl and I’m so, so sorry for your loss xxx" Read more

"...account of the impact of cancer on a family incredibly moving and powerful...." Read more

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Customers find the book raw, honest, and full of love.

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"This is a wonderful book. Raw, honest and full of love, Nicola documents Laura’s journey brilliantly; her incredible daughter shines through the..." Read more

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Inspiring, heart wrenching #BemoreLaura
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Inspiring, heart wrenching #BemoreLaura
No words can ever do this book justice. I cannot recommend it highly enough to anyone who is grieving a loved one, experiencing a similar journey with a terminal illness diagnosis to Laura or just anyone who is wanting to support a friend through a tough time. Nicola’s emotional words and the wise words of her daughter Laura are truly inspiring.It is one of the most beautifully written books I have ever read. I’m not ashamed to admit that I sobbed, I also laughed and felt the parallels in Gracie’s grief for her sister.As I’ve said, no words will do this book justice, please just read it. #Be more Laura
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Lara P
5.0 out of 5 stars Heartbreaking, heartwarming, honest and raw
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 13 May 2024
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Having followed Laura’s story for the last few years, I knew I had to pre order this when I seen it flash up on twitter.

I could not put this book down and finished it , empty packet of tissues in tow. I’m absolutely blown away and have no words that will do it justice for how brilliant it truly was. What a raw, heartbreaking yet heartwarming book which made me laugh, cry and realise the importance of living in the now. You could sense from her mums words what a lovely inspiring person Laura was and now in turn the kindness and selflessness of Nicola, Mark and Gracie. It really made you think and realise the importance of living in the now. Tomorrow isn’t guaranteed and I hope life is a little more gentle for this wonderful family as they deal with the worse loss imaginable whilst also campaigning and raising awareness for other people affected by this horrific disease.
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Lucy Dunne
5.0 out of 5 stars A beautiful story of love and loss
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 28 May 2024
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This is a wonderful book. Raw, honest and full of love, Nicola documents Laura’s journey brilliantly; her incredible daughter shines through the pages. I could barely read the last pages through tears and can only imagine the Nuttall family’s grief and pain at the loss of their beloved Laura. Their determination and commitment to improving research and outcomes for brain cancer patients is remarkable, and it’s clear that Laura’s legacy and memory will be kept alive through their sterling efforts. Bravo, Nicola, I’m in awe of you, Gracie and Mark ❤️ Laura was clearly such a wonderful, remarkable and kind girl and I’m so, so sorry for your loss xxx
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Rachel
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautifully written and thought provoking - read this now!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 10 May 2024
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I don't think that any review will do this book justice. I was diagnosed with a brain tumour a couple of years ago, and I found reading this raw, personal and honest account of the impact of cancer on a family incredibly moving and powerful.

I could not put it down (even though I of course wished I could change the ending that I knew was coming). It is amazing to read about Laura's life - she and her family are truly inspirational. If you are reading this review, please buy this book - it is such an important story to read, and will change the way you live your life.

Thank you to Laura and her amazing family for all the important work that you have done for the brain tumour community - you are incredible.
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autumnh
5.0 out of 5 stars Powerful, emotional and life-affirming.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 26 May 2024
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From the heartbreaking lows to the joyous highs; this book will take you down a path that no parent ever wishes to tread. But by reading about Nicola's experience (and that of her family) we can learn huge life-affirming lessons.

The book is beautifully written. Nicola bravely shares the raw, painful moments that left me emptying the tissue box on more than once occasion. But as well as the expected darkness, the book is littered with humour and joy. I genuinely laughed out loud at many of the anecdotes of the two Nuttall sisters growing up together.

This book has truly shifted my mindset. Why are we all waiting for tomorrow when there is so much to be experienced and appreciated today?

This book should be mandatory reading for all. I will treasure my copy forever.
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Mrs Julia K Mccarthy
5.0 out of 5 stars Raw, honest & inspirational
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 1 June 2024
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An emotional, honest & inspiring read - what an awesome family.
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Mrs R.
5.0 out of 5 stars A heartbreaking read, beautifully written by an amazing Mum and her amazing daughter.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 6 June 2024
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There aren’t really enough words to give justice to this beautifully written book, I will always remember Laura Mae Nuttall and her amazing family.
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MISS CLARE L NESTOR
5.0 out of 5 stars Incredibly moving and inspiring read
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 21 May 2024
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The open, honest and moving story of Laura’s battle with glioblastoma. Incredibly moving. Heartbreaking and inspiring. Couldn’t put it down. But have some tissues ready.
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Ms. H. M. Hart
5.0 out of 5 stars Very thought-provoking read
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 10 May 2024
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A few years ago I saw that Sophie Raworth, BBC newsreader (and keen runner) had retweeted a post from a friend whose daughter had aggressive brain cancer and had a bucket list to fulfil. From that day I followed Laura's story via her mum's account. Like many or most of Nicola's followers I was hoping for a miracle. Sadly that never happened, but there's no doubt that Laura lived her life to the full and experienced far more than others do in a much longer lifetime.

This is her story and is a thought provoking read. It lays bare the impact of cancer on the rest of the family, especially Laura's sister, and also highlights how little money is spent on brain cancer research, despite it being the number one cause of death by cancer in under 40 year olds.

Please read this book and donate to the Be More Laura Foundation or another brain tumour charity if you can.
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SAM
5.0 out of 5 stars Incredible, raw, heart shattering read
Reviewed in the United States on 14 May 2024
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What an incredible, moving, absolutely heart shattering read! As a brain tumor patient, and sister of a young brother lost too soon to GBM, I’m in awe of Laura’s family’s courage and how much they were able to squeeze out of life in such little time. We should all aspire to living with the courage and grace of Laura and her beautiful family!
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