Death by Janine Amos

Death (Separations series) by Janine Amos, illustrated by Gwen Green, photographs by Angela Hampton.  Cherrytree Books, 1997.

This book uses letters and case studies to illustrate the points discussed. This book does not discuss death as a concept. However its strength lies in the depth with which it discusses the emotions experienced after someone dies, and the development of coping mechanisms.This book goes further than many similar texts as it discusses the future and how to cope with a surviving parent's new relationship. It also emphasises the validity of the child's feelings, allowing them time to grieve and say goodbye: [r]emember, it takes time to say goodbye to someone you loved. However long it takes is the right time for you.

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