Review: Short, but Moving Tale of Coping with the Death of a Parent
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 02 23, 2012
If you're looking for a short and simple way to help a child deal with the loss of a parent, In Memory of Dad can certainly help. At a little over 2,100 words, it provides a way for young readers to get a glimpse into Kaley's world without getting too overwhelmed by a complicated storyline. While it is mostly telling, not showing, the story flows nicely and has a superb ending. Readers who have lost a parent will realize what they are feeling is normal, and hopefully things will get better. The touching author's note at the end will connect with the reader.Russell has also written two children's picture books and contributed to Weres in the City.I would definitely check out her other books.