Being an ‘honest’ griever is harder than you would think. Hoeksema is truly transparent as she shares her journey, even the thoughts that we all think but are too afraid to voice.

Not meant to be exhaustive, this book is a short (easily read in one sitting), practical resource that offers great insights for something we’ve all wondered about- how to help a grieving friend. I’ve been on both sides of grief, as I’m sure most…