Alex

Alex: The Life of a Child Deford, Frank Order       Notes: Alexandra Deford, a precious and precocious girl, was just eight years old when she died in 1980 following a battle against the debilitating effects of cystic fibrosis, the number-one genetic...

When the Bough Breaks

When the Bough Breaks: Forever after the Death of a Son or Daughter Bernstein, Judith Order       Notes: “For every parent who loses a child, when one life ends another life is forever changed.” –from When the Bough Breaks When the...

Lament for a Son

Lament for a Son Wolterstorff, Nicholas Order       Notes: The author describes the progress of his grief from the shock of learning of his son’s accidental death to his final resignation a year later. Reviews Library Journal Wolterstorff, a...

Beyond Tears

Beyond Tears: Living after Losing a Child Mitchell, Ellen, Volpe, Rita, et al Order       Notes: Meant to comfort and give direction to bereaved parents, Beyond Tears is written by nine mothers who have each lost a child.  This revised edition includes...

There are No Words

When There are No Words Walton, Charlie Order       Notes: This book is designed to help those who are dealing with loss handle it in a way that is natural for them. Reviews Amazon I haven’t found a book about death and grieving that compares to...