{"product_id":"9781952782404","title":"A Shattered Life : A Novel","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhat happens to one's soul when a child dies?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA moving story of denial and depression taking the reader inside the complexities of a marriage shattered by the devastating loss of their only child. Kim, a psychotherapist and Mark, an emotionally distant actuary build layers of protective defenses around them in order to survive. But when Kim receives a diagnosis of cancer, her unhealed pain rises to the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKim embarks on an exploration of her Midwestern ancestors to find answers to the \"why me\" question. Starting with a diphtheria epidemic in the late 1800s to her current practice as a psychotherapist, she seeks understanding of the person she has become.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing Kim and Mark through doctor's visits, chemo drips, long nights, and even longer days, the story chronicles the grueling process of chemotherapy, as well as the complicated dance of a marriage in crisis. As Kim's treatment progresses, so too does her relationship with Mark, and the layers of emotional pain begin to peel away.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Boutique of Quality Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49823770411256,"sku":"00000_00000_00000_00000","price":33.19,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/kinokuniya.com.au\/products\/9781952782404","provider":"Books Kinokuniya Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}