Questions About A Mother's Reckoning: Living in the Aftermath of Tragedy

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Amy I agree with those who have said it gives one a renewed sense of purpose. It is definitely worth the read and changed my perspective on the parents of…moreI agree with those who have said it gives one a renewed sense of purpose. It is definitely worth the read and changed my perspective on the parents of Dylan. It is sad, but down to earth and honest. I believe Sue was very brave for writing this book and knowing that 100% of the profits goes to brain health and suicide prevention is an awesome gesture on her part.(less)

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Who reads the audio version? I can't find that info here.

Malobisa If you subscribe to SCRIBD you can get the audio book. Sue reads it herself and you can feel the pain in her voice. She did well conveying her feeling…moreIf you subscribe to SCRIBD you can get the audio book. Sue reads it herself and you can feel the pain in her voice. She did well conveying her feelings.(less)

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I had a lot of answered questions after Columbine but after reading this book, I understand now what took place and why. I have a lot of respect for Sue Klebold and have to give her credit for the work she's doing around mental health issues to prevent suicide and improve understanding of depression in teens. Did you feel the same about the account?

Cora Yes, I think this book definitely helped to explain Columbine more and gave me a better understanding of the whole situation. The sections on mental h…moreYes, I think this book definitely helped to explain Columbine more and gave me a better understanding of the whole situation. The sections on mental health issues were also very informative and helpful. (less)

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Why is the author so blind even after 17 years that she thinks if she had been more controlling of her son, it would've made him trust her more? If anything, it would quicken his death up a bit.

Tressa I didn't get that "more controlling" thing after reading the book. She thinks that if she had paid more attention to this or that, or lingered with Dy…moreI didn't get that "more controlling" thing after reading the book. She thinks that if she had paid more attention to this or that, or lingered with Dylan to talk about this or that, or whatever regrets a mother of a dead killer has, that she could have maybe saved her son and the people who died that day. But I wouldn't call her blind; just regretful. That's why it's called A Mother's Reckoning—she didn't do the things she thought she could have, and will have to live with it for the rest of her life. (less)

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For anyone who's read Columbine by Dave Cullen, is this a repeat of information or is it a different side of it? Does she talk about what made him did or analyze it further?

Holly This is a completely different take on the story in my opinion. Dave talks about details about the event and Sue focuses on who Dylan was and who thei…moreThis is a completely different take on the story in my opinion. Dave talks about details about the event and Sue focuses on who Dylan was and who their family was. It also focuses on suicide and depression so there is a lot of information about that. Great companion reads.(less)

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