“Hi Helena, I love your book so much. Your mother's voice is one of the most honest and real I've ever read.
I basically read it all at once in two days - I couldn't stop myself. All the love Maria and you have shown is beautiful, backed by such a portrait of place and time.."
Feedback for When the Past is Left
“Heart wrenching follow up to When The Past Awakens. How does one cope with the death of a dearly loved parent? Helena documents her thoughts and emotions as she farewells Maria. Her experience of grief goes beyond death and Helena offers insights into her experiences. Excellent story telling. I cried all the way through.”