Gone But Still Here
Gone But Still Here by Jennifer Dance, published by Dundurn Press on May 17, 2022, is a poignant exploration of family dynamics and the impact of dementia. This 392-page novel delves into the life of Mary, who, as her recent memories fade, increasingly finds herself immersed in the past, revisiting the secrets of her turbulent interracial love story. The narrative unfolds as Mary moves into her daughter Kayla’s home, where both women navigate the complexities of caregiving amidst generational challenges.
Readers will find a rich tapestry of experiences as Mary struggles to complete her final memoir, revealing the untold story of her first love, who passed away over forty years ago. The narrative spans multiple timelines and locations, including Trinidad, England, and Canada, shedding light on the intricacies of family life and the enduring nature of love. With the comforting presence of Sage, the family’s golden retriever, and the challenges posed by Kayla’s teenage son, the story offers a heartfelt look at the trials and triumphs faced by a family confronting the unknown.
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As her recent memories fade, Mary lives increasingly in the past — returning to the secrets of her turbulent interracial love story.
Coming to terms with advancing dementia, Mary has no choice other than to move into her daughter’s home. Her daughter, Kayla, caught between her cognitively impaired mother and her belligerent teenage son, soon finds caregiving is more challenging than she imagined. Sage, the family’s golden retriever, offers comfort and unconditional love, but she has her own problems, especially when it comes to dealing with Mary’s cat.
Throughout it all, Mary struggles to complete her final book — a memoir, the untold story of the love of her life, who died more than forty years earlier. Her confused and tangled tales span Trinidad, England, and Canada, revealing the secrets of a tragic interracial love story in the 1960s and ’70s. But with her writing skills slipping away, it’s a race against time.
Heartwarming, funny, and hopeful, Gone but Still Here is an honest, open look at the struggles of one family as they journey into the unknown.
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