Lise Marzouk has published several nonfiction titles in France on
myths and the imaginary. If is her first memoir and
English-language debut.
Adriana Hunter studied French and Drama at the University of
London. She has translated more than fifty books including Camille
Laurens's Who You Think I Am and Herve Le Tellier's Electrico W,
winner of the French-American Foundation's 2013 Translation Prize
in Fiction. She lives in Kent, England.
“The author documents her fears, doubts and tender memories of
caring for a sick son and two other children.” —New York Times Book
Review
“[Marzouk’s] determination and sheer willpower to endure this
ordeal shine through on nearly every page…A powerful, emotionally
resonant memoir.” —Kirkus Reviews
“Out of a mother’s tragedy comes a full scope of emotions,
thoughts, and strategies for combatting the unbearable pain and
sorrow of possibly losing her child. It is with a raw honesty and
intricate precision that Lise Marzouk shares her terrifying
experience." —Cécile David-Weill, author of Parents Under the
Influence: Words of Wisdom from a Former Bad Mother
“Powerful…gripping…takes your breath away.” —La République des
livres
“A masterful work, a hymn to love.” —L’Infirmière magazine
“A beautiful story…Admirable in its precision and delicacy.” —Le
Monde des livres
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