There Must Be More
Finding purpose in a life with cancer
by Kellie Finlayson
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Pub Date Jul 29 2025 | Archive Date Apr 01 2025
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Description
Kellie Finlayson was diagnosed with Stage 4 Bowel Cancer at the age of 25. She had a baby daughter, a partner who plays AFL for Port Adelaide (Jeremy Finlayson), and suddenly, a cancer diagnosis that is considered terminal.
Her initial reaction was complete denial. She knew lots of people had breast cancer and that there were treatments that could cure patients, but she knew nothing about bowel cancer. She underwent a range of intense treatments, which seemed to be successful, but soon afterwards the cancer returned, and it had spread. Determined to fight, she went back into a chemotherapy regime, and she continues to receive various chemo treatments today.
She started telling her story to raise awareness, but only recently became aware of the impact she was having - she's now saved thousands of lives through early detection, simply by encouraging people to get checked if they notice any symptoms in the bathroom. She's honest about the challenges she faces, both physically and mentally, as she faces her cancer as well as being a young mother.
Advance Praise
'A confronting but joyous reminder to treasure every moment, big and small.' Georgie Tunny, The Project
'Kellie's memoir is a powerful reminder of the strength and resilience of the human spirit. Her story will leave you in awe of her courage and inspire you to live each day with purpose.' Chloe Fisher
Available Editions
EDITION | Other Format |
ISBN | 9781761472046 |
PRICE | $26.99 (USD) |
PAGES | 272 |
Available on NetGalley
Featured Reviews

Kellie , you are absolutely fearless & you inspire me so much. From one cancer thriver to another I hope you know how much goodness you’re pouring into the world. You are changing lives every day.

As a Port Adelaide supporter and someone living with a rare, non-curable cancer, I have followed Kellie’s story in the media. There Must Be More was a fantastic read, offering her real story beyond the headlines. It also highlighted some inconsistencies in media reporting, which was eye-opening.
While my cancer is very different from Kellie’s, I resonated with her experience of living with cancer, not ever being free of in but also not actively undergoing treatment. It was incredibly valuable to read about someone in a similar situation. Kellie is truly inspiring—far more than just 'Jeremy Finlayson’s terminally ill wife,' as she is often labeled. She is using her platform for a greater purpose, and I deeply appreciated her candid and honest perspective on life with cancer. Reading about the behind-the-scenes reality of her diagnosis and treatment was both insightful and moving."