In the Wake of Suicide: Stories of the People Left Behind

by Victoria Alexander

Breathtaking stories of incredible power for anyone struggling to find the meaning in the suicidal death of a loved one?and for all readers seeking writing that moves and inspires. After author Victoria Alexander's mother took her life, she spent the next ten years collecting stories from people, like herself, who have walked through one of life's most difficult journeys. The result is a beautifully written book of powerful, spellbinding stories told by those who were left behind?parents, children, spouses, lovers, friends, and colleagues. In the Wake of Suicide offers survivors the understanding, compassion, and hope they need to guide them on their own path in the wake of this most painful loss.

Genres: Mental Health, Nonfiction

256 pages, Paperback

First published January 16, 1998

About the author

Victoria Alexander (Victoria Goodman) per Library of Congress

Reviews

[Summer Anne · Rating 4 out of 5]

Two years ago, someone I loved very much committed suicide. Being 14 years old at the time, every day was a constant struggle to deal with his death and my newly compromised version of reality. I desperately needed more understanding about what had happened to me, and what had happened to him. This book helped a great deal. I would read a story every night before bed, and I truly enjoyed reading them. In reading about other people's experiences, I was able to identify with what they felt, and I felt less alone. If you have recently experienced a suicide in your life, I really recommend buying this book.

[Sue]

From Hsu notes.