I loved the style it was written in, which was very easy to read; the photographs in the middle of the book and the testimonies in between each chapter.

After a slightly dubious start (written almost in the style of Kings James) it got better and better. The principles explored were just as relevant for every other relationship in our lives as they are for parent/child relationships.

This is the book that I’ve been waiting for, a life line.

‘This is simply a mother’s attempt to explore the challenges of parenting a child with a life-threatening illness’ quotes the back cover. This immensely readable book is just that, a highly personal exploration into life as shaped by her son’s cancer and subsequent treatment. Added to that though are so many insights that would be applicable to anyone facing a similar situation.