My review...
This is a book about processing grief, letting go, and
forgiveness. The author hopes to help the reader find closure. For some people,
closure will never occur, but life will continue to go on. Derksen explains
that forgiveness is an ongoing process.
The book includes various “letting go” statements to
assist the reader. Derksen addresses fifteen misconceptions of grief. She
defines acceptance as “a person’s assent to the reality of a situation. This is
the beginning of surrendering to the brokenness.” She points out that “accepting
means letting it go.”
While this book has many helpful tips, it was not what
I expected. It was a bit hard to connect with her tragic story. It’s not one
that all readers will be able to relate to. Some readers may find parts of the
book a bit shocking, so it’s best for ages 18+.
Disclaimer: I received a complimentary copy as part of the
BookLook Bloggers program. I wasn’t required to write a positive review.
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