Greater Things
What People Are Saying
“From flat-line to sunshine, this story takes you on an unbelievably heart-crossing journey.”
— Scott Pettit, Double Take
“…The sensory, the emotional, and the spiritual detail make her experience come to life. Greater Things captures the reality of what it means to be human. So if you are human, you should also read this book.”
— David Roche, Loveatsecondsight.org
"…Believe what you hear - Greater Things is a triumphant must-read! Funny and sad, shocking and uplifting, heartfelt and familiar. This book has it all, folks!”
— Michael Murphy, When I Fell
“Kristin is a strong, beautiful, and spirited individual and her story is deeply moving. I’m happy that everyone will get a chance to hear it.”
— Jonathan Laroquette, Comedy Podcast Host
At age fourteen, Kristin Beale was enjoying a happy summer vacation when a Jet-Ski accident turned her life upside-down—and nearly ended it. Ever since then, she has had to struggle to overcome not only the physical but the psychological toll of her injuries—and her grit and courage have been an inspiration to countless people.
In Greater Things, Kristin offers a raw perspective on everything from how people react to her, to learning how to navigate in and through an inaccessible world, to just trying to make the best of a crummy situation. Filled with honesty, humor, and hope, it’s a realistic yet ultimately uplifting portrait of what it takes to endure hardship with your spirit intact.