In many ways, I thought this book was a self-help book. The way she described her anger, wants, needs in a such an unbridled way gave me some courage. I think everyone can use some extra courage. I couldn't help but think, "there are a lot of good people in the world." This was primarily due to the people she met on her journey. Cheryl is a brilliant writer and I love every second of this book. To think I was never going to read this! Gosh, what was I thinking! If you lost someone, hit rock bottom, or feel like it is the end of the world and you want to see how other people survive the lost of a loved one PLEASE read this book!