Kelsey Parker: With And Without You

Kelsey Parker's husband, Tom, was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor in 2020. Despite the challenges, Kelsey remained positive and researched alternative therapies to give Tom extra time with their children. Tom's tumor became stable in 2021, but his condition deteriorated, and he passed away in 2022. With And Without You is Kelsey's story of the first 12 months after Tom's passing, documenting her coping with unwanted firsts and rebuilding her life. She has raised awareness of glioblastoma and campaigned for research funds. Kelsey has also found spirituality and continues to honor Tom's legacy.

Format: Hardback
Length: 288 pages
Publication date: 28 September 2023
Publisher: Mirror Books

In the summer of 2020, Kelsey Parker's world was irrevocably shattered when her beloved husband, Tom, a singer in the boyband The Wanted, received a devastating diagnosis: an inoperable brain tumour. Despite being heavily pregnant with their second child and grappling with the profound loss of her partner of 13 years, Kelsey remained an unwavering source of strength and positivity for Tom during his darkest days.

As traditional treatments failed to yield any positive results, Kelsey dedicated countless hours to researching alternative therapies, driven by her desperate desire to extend Tom's time with their young children, Aurelia and Bodhi.

After a year of unrelenting hardship, hope finally emerged in late 2021 when Tom's tumour became stable. However, tragically, his condition rapidly deteriorated, and on March 30, 2022, at the age of just 33, he passed away, surrounded by his devoted wife, family, and friends.

With And Without You is Kelsey's poignant and deeply personal account of the first 12 months following Tom's tragic passing. It serves as an intimate diary, documenting her journey through a year filled with unwanted firsts: first birthdays, first Christmases, first Valentine's Days—all without the love of her life. This is the story of how Kelsey courageously rebuilt her life and found a way to face the future, despite the unbearable pain of losing the person she cherished most.

Since Tom's passing, Kelsey has become an inspiration to many, offering solace and support to those who have faced similar hardships. She has tirelessly raised awareness about glioblastoma, the disease that claimed Tom's life, and has bravely advocated for vital funds to support more research into this devastating condition. Kelsey has also embraced spirituality, following Tom's lifelong belief in something greater than just one life.

With And Without You is not merely a story of coping with unimaginable heartbreak and grief; it is also a testament to the transformative power of love. It showcases how Kelsey's unwavering love for Tom has been transformed into a positive force, providing hope and light to her life as she continues her journey without him.

Kelsey's resilience and unwavering spirit have been a beacon of hope for her children and a source of strength for their entire family. Through her unwavering dedication to raising awareness, advocating for change, and embracing spirituality, Kelsey has demonstrated that even in the face of unimaginable adversity, love can endure and bring meaning to our lives.

In the wake of Tom's passing, Kelsey has embarked on a new chapter, using her experiences to inspire others and create a positive impact in the world. Her story serves as a reminder that even in the darkest of times, there is always hope and that love has the power to transform our lives.

Weight: 528g
Dimension: 162 x 243 x 32 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781915306487