About This Book
A parent would reach for this book when their child is grappling with the heavy weight of grief or asking deep questions about what happens after we die. It is particularly helpful for families looking for a contemplative, non-Western perspective on mourning and the process of letting go. The story follows Kit, a young girl navigating a 49-day journey through a mystical afterlife based on Buddhist tradition, while simultaneously showing her family's lived experience of loss on Earth. Through sparse text and evocative illustrations, the book addresses regret, memory, and the slow path toward healing. It is a gentle yet profound choice for middle and high schoolers who need space to process their own emotions or seek to understand the universal nature of love and mortality. Parents will appreciate how it honors the complexity of sadness without being overwhelming.
