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A grief memoir like no other grief memoir.

Beloved sci-fi narrator Luke Daniels feels a little exposed right now. Up until now, words have never been in short supply. However, by and large, this unending tide of words has been someone else's. In real life he's an introvert who seriously doesn't even talk much, preferring to observe and mimic. That's his comfort zone. But Luke's own personal story? That's his danger zone. And frankly, he's terrified.

But this story deserves to be told as much as it needs to be heard. So here we go.

In 2016, the morning after Valentine's Day, Luke's son passed away from breathing issues complicated by congenital birth defects. He was 21 months old. And his name was Finnegan.

This kind of loss is terrifyingly huge and scary, but the love and light in this story far outweigh the tragedy. Through comic-book metaphors, Shakespeare references, and lilting Irish brogues, Luke tells the story of his too-short time with Finn. This is his tribute to storytelling, parenthood, and his rosy-cheeked, blue-eyed baby boy.

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  • "Welcome Listeners!"
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  • "Maybe I can transform the grief..."
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  • "I get cold easily."

About the Creator and Performer

Luke Daniels is the award-winning performer of over 500 audiobooks. Known for his imaginative story telling and dynamic characterizations, he has always been a listener favorite. In 2018 Luke was inducted into Audible’s Narrator Hall of Fame. With a background in classical theater, film and education, Luke has performed and taught around the country.

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When it comes to the death of a loved one, there is no easy path forward. Grieving can place significant mental strain on those who are mourning. And because everyone grieves a little differently, it can be hard to know where to turn for help, or what to say to someone who is in the throes of grief. Audiobooks on grief can offer insight to those looking for ways to support the mourning, or a bit of comfort for anyone struggling with loss themselves.

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Heartfelt Memoir • Poignant Storytelling • Masterful Narration • Raw Emotional Honesty • Balanced Humor

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Beautiful and sad story. It took courage and strength to write and narrate this. Thank you for sharing Finnegan with us.

Beautiful!

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Although it was hard to get through only because the honesty about Luke’s grief really hit home very close to my personal situations of grief. I have never lost a child and cannot imagine going through that. It was told in such a raw and real point of view and interjected with some funny commentary for a little bit of humor.
It’s not the type of book I would normally listen to but I was very intrigued, and not at all disappointed in this beautiful story of grief and a fathers love.

Very raw and honest

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Luke Daniels speaks the words that have long been unspoken as a witness and caregiver to his son’s life struggle, death, and grief aftermath. He gives humanity and dignity to the whole process, not just for his son’s story, but for the universal experience. Daniels does not hold back, and the hearer understands this throughout. The reading is most moving, heartfelt, direct, bare, and courageous.

This book is a balm to anyone who has gone through the cycle with a loved one. For those who have not had that experience, it is an example of how this person navigates the waters, and gives permission to speak the unspoken.

Beautifully Speaking the Unspoken

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an incredible story, a wonderful narrator/writer, an impressive important topic. it's not a book about death and grief, but a book about life and celebration. thanks Luke for sharing your story

should be a mandatory book

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I re”read” this through Audible and lived it every bit as much as I did the first time - maybe even more.

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