Ever wonder how many curveballs will life throw at you? Ever wonder how other people triumph over hardships? Who I Am: American Scar Stories shares twelve true stories of lives interrupted by physically scarring life-changing events. Colorful portraits and inspiring stories reveal the turning point for Kona World Champion BethAnn Telford, childhood cancer survivor Courtney Ott, attempted murder victim José Rios, and nine other men, women, and children. The stories underline themes of passion and reinvention, illness and healing, loss of identity and near death experiences. Who I Am: American Scar Stories celebrates the strength of the human spirit and illuminates how the human race draws from deep wells of tenacity and optimism to transform lives.