E-raamat: I am Teresa Belluco

I AM TERESA BELLUCOThe GenZ Teen who loves jumping highA true story: a journey through Italy, the USA, and the 2024 Olympics.A VOICE FOR MANY, A LIGHT FOR ALL.One teenager. A world of plans. An unexpected journey.In 2024, as the world prepared for the Paris Olympics, fifteen-year-old Teresa—"e;Terry"e;—was facing a challenge no one saw coming. A vibrant Gen-Z athlete with a passion for high jump and gymnastics, Terry loved life with an intensity that could fill a stadium.Then, everything changed. A diagnosis of Synovial Sarcoma forced her to trade sports fields for hospital wards. But Terry refused to be just a patient. In an extraordinary act of courage and generosity, she chose to undergo a Phase 1 Clinical Trial for Immunotherapy, offering her own journey to science to help find a cure for others.A MOTHER'S TRIBUTE, A DAUGHTER'S VOICECrafted with love by her mother, Lucy, this memoir is a collaborative journey between two souls. While Lucy guides the narrative, the heart of the story belongs to Teresa. Throughout the book, special "e;memory boxes"e; feature Terry's unfiltered writings—diary entries, school essays, and voice notes—preserved exactly as she left them.AN IMMERSIVE MULTIMEDIA EXPERIENCEThis is more than a book; it is a living legacy:Original Writings: Direct access to Terry's private thoughts and quiet reflections.QR Code Integration: Scan embedded codes to see Terry's photos and hear her laugh.Official Soundtrack: Experience the journey through music. Search for the "e;Io sono Teresa Belluco"e; playlist on Spotify to hear the songs Terry chose to accompany her life.A MISSION OF HOPEOriginally published in Italy, where it was warmly received by readers of all ages, this English edition carries a deeper purpose: to raise awareness of sarcoma in adolescents. 100% of all royalties (after taxes) go directly to leading international organizations engaged in Synovial Sarcoma research in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Europe.Teresa's voice lives on. Her story continues. And through your support, her hope remains eternal.Follow the journey on Instagram: @iosonoteresabelluco