Here After

The book delves deeply into Amy Lin's journey through grief following the loss of her husband. What sets it apart is how seamlessly she weaves together memories of their past, offering readers intimate glimpses into their shared life. These recollections not only paint a vivid picture of her husband but also allow readers to connect with their love story, intensifying the emotional impact of her grief. The book's structure, alternating between joyful reminiscences and heart-wrenching moments, often leaves the reader emotionally winded. Despite its brevity, each chapter resonates profoundly, necessitating pauses for emotional respite. Below are some of the poignant quotes that lingered with me.

“Some mornings, I forget. I wake up swamped with unease, with the sense that something dark is vanishing around the corner. For a second, I cannot catch the trailing tendrils, cannot pull the shadow into shape.”

“I cannot believe how much pain we are asked to bear when we are alive. How, even if there is a way, no one can show us how to live with it.”