Jane famously hit the big time overnight on TV show The Cruise twenty years
ago, but here she talks for the first time about how she survived the dark
legacy of that early success, and climbed right back up for a second bite of
the cherry.
The rags-to-riches story of singing sensation Jane McDonald, who rose to fame as the headline singer aboard "The Galaxy" which featured in the hugely popular BBC TV series "The Cruise".
Facing a terminal cancer diagnosis of her partner Ed, Jane McDonald navigated profound loss while caring for him during the lockdown. This deeply personal account reflects on her journey from overwhelming grief to finding strength and privilege in caregiving. Through candid reflections on heartbreak, failure, and resilience, she shares lessons learned that emphasize the importance of support, humor, and self-trust. Inspired by her song "Let The Light In," Jane encourages readers to embrace joy amidst sorrow and discover their own paths to resilience.