
When All Is Said by Anne Griffin
Deep, inward-looking, contemplative and thought-provoking; a moderate read.
Best for readers like The Mindful Reader. Which reader are you?
Insights from When All Is Said
“I’m here to remember—all that I have been and all that I will never be again.”
Maurice kept a coin in his pocket for a brother he lost decades ago. It shows how grief never really leaves. It just changes shape over time.
“You were the anchor of my life, the one who kept me from drifting into the dark.”
The way he talks about his wife Sadie is so quiet and steady. Real love isn't always a huge explosion. Sometimes it is just knowing how someone likes their tea.
“Pride is a cold companion, especially when the fire goes out.”
That scene with the gold coin shows how pride can ruin a friendship. He spent his whole life holding a grudge over something so small.
He spent so much time building a fortune for his son. Then he realized Sean just wanted a father who was actually there.
- Published
- 2019
- Publisher
- Sceptre
- ISBN
- 9781473683013
- Language
- EN