Sing No Sad Songs

Discover the poignant memoir 'Sing No Sad Songs' by Sandra Arnold, a touching exploration of love, loss, and resilience in the face of tragedy. This beautifully written paperback, published by Canterbury University Press, intricately weaves the heartwarming story of Rebecca Arnold, a young art student diagnosed with a rare and aggressive cancer at the tender age of 22. Measuring 175 x 228 x 20 mm, this 220-page book is not just a tale of grief but a celebration of life, capturing the essence of a cherished mother-daughter bond.

In this compelling narrative, the author vividly recounts their family's journey through a year spent in Brazil, where Rebecca unfolds her potential and embraces her passions against a backdrop of vibrant culture and beauty. The sharp contrast to her illness and untimely death adds depth to this memoir, making it a truly moving read. Sandra Arnold's thoughtful prose offers readers a glimpse into the emotional landscapes of bereavement, survival, and acceptance.

'**Sing No Sad Songs**' is a must-read for anyone seeking an authentic account that confronts the realities of living with loss while celebrating the indomitable spirit of love. Whether you are looking for books on grief recovery, personal memoirs, or stories about the mother-daughter relationship, this book stands out as a profound and uplifting read. Embark on this heartfelt journey and experience the strength found in vulnerability with 'Sing No Sad Songs'.

Author: Sandra Arnold Publisher: Canterbury University Press
Bind: paperback
Dimensions: 175 x 228 x 20 mm
Pages: 220


At the age of 22 Rebecca Arnold, an art student from Greendale in Canterbury,was diagnosed with a rare and vicious cancer. Thirteen months later this vibrant and talented young woman was dead, her family left to cope with a tidal wave of grief and loss. Sing No Sad Songs is a heartbreaking yet beautifully composed memoir by Rebecca’s mother, Sandra Arnold. It is a haunting story of bereavement, survival, courage and acceptance, as well as a tender account of a close mother-daughter relationship cut far too short. The story begins with the family’s move to live in Brazil for a year, during which time we get to know Rebecca and her family, and watch her blossom into womanhood in this colourful and challenging environment. Her subsequent decline and death are all the more shocking in contrast. This moving and compelling memoir is neither sentimental nor voyeuristic. It is a restrained telling of a personal journey - ‘the map I have constructed for myself’ - that is ultimately powerfully redemptive.