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Love Your Sister

By: Connie Johnson, Samuel Johnson
Narrated by: Connie Johnson, Samuel Johnson
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How far would you go for someone you love...on a unicycle?

Brothers and sisters often dare each other to do things – it's what siblings do. However, when Connie Johnson dared her brother, Samuel, to embark on a one-wheeled odyssey around Australia, she knew it was a big ask. But Connie knew exactly what she was doing and was sure he wouldn't say no. Not this time.

Born a year apart, Connie and Samuel Johnson have always been close. Sam was by Connie's side when she found out she had cancer at age 12 and again when she was diagnosed at age 22. Then, at 33, Connie was diagnosed with breast cancer, but this time she was told she would not recover. As a young mum faced with her own death, Connie wanted to find some meaning in the chaos. And so she dared Sam to help her.

Officially there were three aims: promote breast cancer awareness, raise more than $1 million for research - and break the world record for the longest distance travelled on a unicycle. However, Connie had a secret fourth aim: to fix Sam. She had no idea if any of it would work out. Neither did he.

Part memoir, part travel diary, part conversation, Love Your Sister is Connie and Sam's inspiring, moving and unforgettable journey, told in their own distinctive voices. It's a story of love, family, cancer - and the generosity of ordinary Australians.

About the authors: Samuel and Connie Johnson are the powerhouse brother-and-sister team who established the Love Your Sister charity. Samuel is an Australian actor with 20 years' experience, best known for his work on The Secret Life of Us, Crackerjack, Underbelly II and Rush. In recent times he is more proud of his work as a breast cancer advocate and determined unicyclist.

Connie Johnson is a wife and mother of two beautiful young boys. She has worked in the disability sector for ten years and since her most recent diagnosis spends her time with her family and advocating for breast cancer issues...when she's not busy seeing how much torture her brother will endure before he says no.

Warning: This audiobook contains some moderate coarse language.

©2014 Connie Johnson and Samuel Johnson (P)2015 Hachette Australia Pty Ltd

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Inspiring, story of love and family

Wonderful honest story of Connie & Sam's lives. Feel like I know you well. "Off to check my boobs!"

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What a journey

For both the stars of the book and the listener. I laughed, I cried, I balled my eyes out, and laughed again. Thank you for everything. Thank you for sharing.

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Beautiful souls with beautiful spirits

Heart and soul of two beautiful souls with the most beautiful spirits to support each other and their journey which spread that though a whole continent touching other souls.
Blessed are we to be touched and experience this journey and be breast aware.
Thank you xoxo

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Heartfelt and inspiring

Sam tells the story of his life and his sister Connor as she struggled with cancer as a child. Love concours sadness. Wonderful.

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F#*CK Cancer

Inspirational story, inspirational people. Such a candid narrative of an amazing family unit. So sad that Connie was taken so young but so great that she was able to channel her resolve through others. Great listen!

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A beautiful story of love and hope

It’s so hard to find the words to describe my feelings about this truly moving story. Words that resonate; love, passion for its cause, hard work, really hard work, sadness, dedication, honesty, endurance, determination and above all you guys did it and I have such admiration for you both and the incredible people that helped make it happen.
An absolute must read.

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I laughed, cried & laughed

Connie & Sam made me laugh & cry hearing their story in their voices made it so personal
I loved it & will be sharing.

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Lovin Your Sister

What an incredible inspiring story. Thank you for sharing your intensely personal stories and giving us an insight into how truly amazing you both are! I didn't want it to end. Sam you need to write another book about your own story. Connie you are an amazing woman and I am totally in awe of you. Your strength, determination and humour in the face of what you have been through and what you are going through is absolutely mind-blowing. What a great "read". I listened while I was working away in my studio and felt every emotion possible. Goosebumps, tears, laughter and joy. You guys rock my world! A must read everyone - you will not be disappointed! Love you guys.

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Not what I thought it would be

But it kept me entertained. Instead of feeling closer to the characters after listening I felt the opposite. great story though.

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I loved this book so much.

This book made me cry, Connie and Sam are amazing. I loved it so much.

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