Theresa’s Dream has always been to put her trilogy in the hands of the cerebral palsy community, providing representation and inspiration for individuals who rarely see their own experiences reflected in literature.
Jessica from Texas, who also lives with cerebral palsy, shared her excitement about reading the trilogy over the winter. She expressed how meaningful it is to see a heroine whose journey resonates deeply with her own experiences. Check out her heartfelt video below.
About Second Chances
At just thirteen, Kayla Grisholm experienced her first major surgery to address complications from cerebral palsy, setting the stage for a life defined by resilience. She has faced more trials in her young life than most people could imagine. A university graduate with an indomitable spirit, Kayla refuses to let her diagnosis of cerebral palsy, left-sided paralysis, and a speech impediment define her.
Confident and radiant, she zips through life in her vibrant purple sports wheelchair, undeterred by the challenges she has faced, such as learning to navigate college lecture halls with limited mobility or overcoming public misconceptions about her abilities. She embraces each hurdle with grit and determination. But in Second Chances, the third and final instalment of Theresa Hudson’s heartwarming Kayla’s Dream trilogy, Kayla is faced with her most daunting battle yet: a devastating diagnosis of bilateral breast cancer.
As her health falters, Kayla must navigate not only the physical and emotional toll of her illness but also the fragile threads of love and trust she’s built along the way. Can Kayla summon the strength to overcome not only her illness but also the fragile bonds of love and trust that risk unravelling in the wake of her diagnosis? Second Chances is a moving tale of resilience, love, and the courage it takes to believe in brighter tomorrows.