This reader was gripped from page one

“Until the Day We Die is a remarkable book. Told from the viewpoint of the wife, Jenny, the well-paced narrative carries the reader through a six-month period as Jenny attempts to deal with her husband’s life in a care home for seniors. This reader was gripped from page one. The author’s spirited prose propels the plot through life in the retirement home, events becoming increasingly complex and alarming: we share her rising panic as a fascinating tale unfolds. Vignettes of both caregivers and those cared for are indelible. They make the book vividly alive. The great achievement of this splendid book is its depth of understanding and compassion. Jenny’s love and dedication are a model for us all and the final pages come as a benediction. Until the Day We Die is beautifully written and relevant for these times when nursing homes and our vulnerable elders are much in the Covid-filled news.”