Out to Sea
By Helen Kellock
Expected publication: June 15, 2021 by Thames and Hudson
Review
An allegory of grief, Out to Sea tells the story of a little girl who misses her grandmother, cries a sea of tears, floats out to sea, and ultimately finds she is not alone. The full-page, full-color illustrations sweep the reader along into the darkness of the night sea and then back to the warm glow of home.
I was very interested to find out T's reaction to this book, as none of his close family has died.
His reaction: "It's a sad book. It's mainly about sad."
I, conversely, could identify with little Lara. Kellock wordlessly conveys the depth of grief and the unmoored feeling one can experience after a loss. Kellock also effectively brings the reader back to the safety and security of a familiar support system. The closing message is one of reassurance that, though this will not be the only time of despair, one will not be lost at sea.
I think Out to Sea will be most meaningful for an audience experiencing grief. It is a beautiful and comforting book in its honesty.
Also by Helen Kellock:
Expected publication: June 15, 2021 by Thames and Hudson
Review
An allegory of grief, Out to Sea tells the story of a little girl who misses her grandmother, cries a sea of tears, floats out to sea, and ultimately finds she is not alone. The full-page, full-color illustrations sweep the reader along into the darkness of the night sea and then back to the warm glow of home.
I was very interested to find out T's reaction to this book, as none of his close family has died.
His reaction: "It's a sad book. It's mainly about sad."
I, conversely, could identify with little Lara. Kellock wordlessly conveys the depth of grief and the unmoored feeling one can experience after a loss. Kellock also effectively brings the reader back to the safety and security of a familiar support system. The closing message is one of reassurance that, though this will not be the only time of despair, one will not be lost at sea.
I think Out to Sea will be most meaningful for an audience experiencing grief. It is a beautiful and comforting book in its honesty.
Also by Helen Kellock:
The Star in the Forest
Note: A review copy was provided by the publisher for the purpose of this honest review.
Comments
Post a Comment