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'A penetrating view into what it means to grieve, and then to heal … a captivating story'
Karen Harradine
'The perfect novel for parents struggling with children who have succumbed to the curse of addiction, alcoholism, mental health issues, etc., and seeks to know the signs to look out for when it comes to drug use and abuse as well as mental problems. Shine's' book provides an invaluable understanding of the unique vulnerability and resilience within the processes of growing from the loss of a child to the task of moving on in life. Anyone who has lost a child, no matter the cause, can commiserate with Shine's narrative' - Authors Reading
'Shine’s novel is first and foremost a story of a mother’s sorrow and her fierce and persistent love for a child. The poignant tale skilfully details Alison’s desperation by ushering readers into the inner workings of Alison’s whims and complicated emotions during her grieving process…The writing style in these pages is forceful… a moving…family tale’ - Kirkus
'This is a hauntingly beautiful depiction of the madness of grief and the frustration of seeking the truth for things we cannot understand’ - LoveReading
Talented composer Alison Connaught has spent her career writing music for big names, but when her actress daughter, Ria, dies from an overdose, Alison is numb and can no longer compose.
Haunted by the feeling that she has somehow let Ria down, Alison searches for answers, first during an intense stay with a Hopi shaman and then by travelling to Hollywood to try to piece together the many parts of Ria’s life that have so far eluded her.
As she meets her daughter’s friends, colleagues and therapists, Alison finally begins to understand the realities of Ria’s life, opening the door to self expression and a different kind of music, inspired by stirred/raw feelings and the spirit of Ria.
Michelle Shine’s skill as a storyteller brings Alison’s thoughts and actions to life in this visceral and deeply moving tale of grief, regret and ultimately, hope.
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Michelle Shine was born in London in 1956 and lives in Hampstead. She is the author of Mesmerised, a historical novel about the Impressionists, narrated by their friend, fellow artist, doctor and homeopath, Paul Gachet, and The Subtle Art of Healing which was long listed for the Cinnamon Press novella award in 2007. Her short stories have appeared in Liars League, Grey Sparrow, Ephiphany and several collections. She has an MA in Creative Writing from Birkbeck.
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Paperback. Zustand: new. Paperback. Renowned composer Alison Connaught is grieving. Her high-profile, Hollywood-based daughter, Ria, has died of an overdose of the OxyContin that Alison had no idea she was taking. Despite the fact that Ria was 27, living thousands of miles away in the US, with a successful acting career, Alison blames herself. What kind of mother doesn't even know her child is taking opiates? Alison finds that her grief has muted her. She can no longer play or enjoy her music. She has lost her daughter, and now it seems her career as an award-winning composer for some of the biggest names in the industry is over. On top of this her marriage to Ria's stepfather, Harvey, is suffering. By travelling to the States, meeting Ria's friends and colleagues, and gaining an insight into the gruelling challenges of Hollywood she begins to form a bridge to both her daughter and her musical muse. She learns that a docu-soap about Ria is in the making. One of Ria's rivals will be both a producer of the programme and the star. Gradually Alison begins to make music again but this time she is insistent the music will be hers. Her album is released and advertised in the docu-soap's commercial breaks and the accompanying publicity gives Alison the opportunity to tell her side of the story to the world. There is still one person she needs to speak to and she confronts Joshua - Ria's inconstant boyfriend and Alison can finally reconcile her place in Ria's story. This is a visceral and deeply moving tale of grief and regret. Michelle Shine's skill as a storyteller brings Alison's thoughts and actions to life in this stunning novel. AUTHOR: Michelle Shine was born in London in 1956 and lives in Hampstead. She is the author of Mesmerised, a historical novel about the Impressionists, narrated by their friend, fellow artist, doctor and homeopath, Paul Gachet, and The Subtle Art of Healing which was long listed for the Cinnamon Press novella award in 2007. Her short stories have appeared in Liars League, Grey Sparrow, Ephiphany and several collections. She has an MA in Creative Writing from Birkbeck. A visceral and deeply moving tale of grief, regret and ultimately, hope Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781913062996
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