We read this book with tears in our eyes. What a remarkably beautiful book. I hope that every child who has to lose their mother receives this book.
A little boy grieves the loss of his mother, but a fantasy gorilla helps him find comfort in everyday things. The boy discovers that it's good to talk about your loss. When the world brightens up a bit for him, he seeks out his father so they can share their sorrow.
A moving story about a grieving boy and a fantasy gorilla, which demonstrates the power of talking about loss.