Excellent book on the topic of death. Erica Brown explores what makes a "good death". She talks about everything from the nitty gritty paperwork left to the survivors to last words and ethical wills. The author is Jewish and so has more to say about that religion's rituals than any other. She is a good storyteller which lightens the topic some. She does have good ideas on how to approach death and grieving. I am so grateful that I was given a copy of this by First Reads on Goodreads.com. I will want to go back to it again and again. ( )

Companionate without glossing over a difficult subject for many. Touching and at times humorous, while providing the necessary tools we all need to deal with this part of life; death. While God is mentioned this never feels preachy or heavy on religion so anyone can read and benefit from this book. The handling of each section is just the right amount of delicate and honest. There is a comforting feeling as you finish this must read. An outline is even provided should you chose to take a bit of advice to heart at the end of the book. This will be a much treasured book I'm sure to return to down the road.



Free copy provided through goodreads First Reads. Many thanks for the privilege to read this treasure of a book. ( )