This is a graphic memoir covering a very difficult
period in the illustrator/writers life – the death at just under 2 years old of
their much loved daughter Rosalie Lightning.
So you won't find this an easy read. It is a searing honest (seems to be anyway)
look into the feelings of parents following a tragic loss. They obsess over whether they should have
picked up signs and then sink into virtual holes of despair. They attend a grief workshop.
One of the many things that struck a chord with me was
the way they kept on stumbling over people who had also experienced loss of a
young child. I know that phenomenon.
I just finished Fall & Rise, The Story of 9/11...think I need a break from 'sad' 'touching' stories...but I'll put this one on my list! THanks!
ReplyDeleteIf you mean you know the experience of losing a young child, my heart goes out to you. Interesting that he used the graphic novel form.
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