Title Synopsis: In the blink of an eye, everything can change…
On September 26, 2020, Chelsey Klein embarked on a hike up Mount Shasta that would change everything for her. A lifelong athlete, Chelsey never shied away from a challenge, but that fateful day, she wasn’t sure if she would make it off the mountain alive. Miraculously, she survived, but that wasn’t the end of her story; rather, it was the start of a new one.
In this powerful and emotional memoir, Chelsey explains what led her to Mount Shasta. The competitive streak that ran through her from childhood never diminished, and in all aspects of her life—sports, school, and work—she strived to be the best. For better or worse, she never backed down, and she was always willing to try something new.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, that indomitable spirit inspired Chelsey to start hiking. She and her boyfriend, Jeff, found solace in the great outdoors. It was the one place where they truly felt safe. Even though she was a beginner, Chelsey joined Jeff on increasingly difficult hikes, and over the months, they worked their way up to Mount Shasta.
What was supposed to be just another hike, however, turned into a waking nightmare, and in the years since, Chelsey has struggled to make sense of what happened. Why was she spared? How has the tragedy on Mount Shasta altered her worldview? What has she learned about herself over the past five years?
By writing this book, Chelsey hopes to live out her calling as a survivor: motivating and inspiring others who are facing or have faced difficulties. No one is ever alone. There is always hope—just beyond the edge.
About the Author: Chelsey Klein is an author, athlete, and sales representative. From an early age, Chelsey was driven. An injury cut short her early gymnastics career, and her own drive to excel ended her Division I volleyball career at the University of Texas at Austin. After graduating from college, Chelsey started working in the highly competitive world of sales, where she qualified for the President’s Club multiple times. During the COVID-19 pandemic, she took up hiking, which helped her connect with nature and herself. The tragedy on Mount Shasta has greatly affected her life and enhanced her personal growth. With this book, Chelsey hopes to live out her calling as a survivor: motivating and inspiring others who are facing or have faced difficulties.
Author: Chelsey Klein
Narrator: Chelsey Klein
Publisher: Elite Executive LLC
Copyright: © 2025 Chelsey Klein
Audiobook Release Date: 2025-12-04
Original Book Release Date: 2025-10-09
Running Time: 03:08:01
Track Count: 12
Audiobook ISBN: 9798993225951
