When Death Takes Something from You Give it Back
When Death Takes Something from You Give it Back
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2017
Book Brief
When Death Takes Something from You Give it Back
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2017152
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
2010s
2017
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
When Death Takes Something from You Give it Back: Carl's Book by Naja Marie Aidt is a memoir about Aidt's profound grief after the unexpected death of her twenty-five-year-old son, Carl, in 2015 due to a tragic accident influenced by psychosis from psilocybin mushrooms. The work blends various literary forms to explore Aidt's emotional journey and reflects on the limits of language in expressing the depth of human loss.
Melancholic
Emotional
Contemplative
Bittersweet
Heartwarming
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Naja Marie Aidt's When Death Takes Something from You Give it Back is a poignant exploration of grief, blending poetry and prose. Critics praise its raw emotion and lyrical quality, though some find its fragmented structure challenging. Overall, it's lauded for its honest and powerful depiction of loss and healing.
Who Should Read When Death Takes Something from You Give it Back?
A poignant memoir, When Death Takes Something from You Give it Back by Naja Marie Aidt appeals to readers grappling with grief and loss, akin to Joan Didion’s The Year of Magical Thinking or Cheryl Strayed’s Wild. It’s ideal for those seeking solace and reflection through poetic and deeply emotional narratives.
5,094 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
152
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
2010s
2017
Adult
18+ years
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