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Siobhán and her father continue to feel sad in the years following the death of her mother, until Siobhán follows the advice of a mysterious woman.
Quick Summary
If your family is looking for a gentle, emotionally honest picture book that doesn't shy away from hard feelings, this one's a quiet gem. Siobh n and her dad are stuck in their grief after losing her mom, and the story follows Siobh n as she searches for a way to remember her mother's face until a kind stranger helps her see things differently. It's short enough for younger kids but has real depth, making it perfect for families going through loss or wanting to start conversations about missing someone. Kids who connect with emotional stories like "The Invisible String" or "I Miss You" will likely find comfort here, though this one has a touch of magical realism that makes it feel less heavy than it sounds. Roddy Doyle writes with such tenderness and restraint that it never feels manipulative or overly sad, just honest. Whether you're reading it one-on-one or as a family, it's the kind of story that lingers and gives kids permission to feel their feelings while also finding hope.