The Significance of Curly Hair by Kara L. Zajac Genre: Memoir / Grief & Loss ISBN: 9798891322868 Print Length: 364 pages Publisher: Atmosphere Press Reviewed by Tomi Alo The Significance of Curly Hair is a heartwarming… Read on blog or Reader Independent Book Review Read on blog or Reader Book Review: The Significance of Curly Hair By IndieBookView on August 1, 2024 The Significance of Curly Hair by Kara L. Zajac Genre: Memoir / Grief & Loss ISBN: 9798891322868 Print Length: 364 pages Publisher: Atmosphere Press Reviewed by Tomi Alo The Significance of Curly Hair is a heartwarming and enlightening memoir that reminds us to cherish our time with loved ones. Through a six-day account, author Kara L. Zajac takes us on a journey of grief, healing, family bonding, and hope. On April 30, 2008, Kara receives a devastating phone call from her mom back in Boston. Her grandmother (Gram) fell down the stairs, and she is in critical condition. Unfortunately, the doctor said surgery would be too risky to perform because of Gram's age. Kara's mom urges her to come home immediately as Gram doesn't have much time left.  In a daze and panic, Kara rushes out of her meeting, goes home to pack, and buys the fastest ticket she can to Massachusetts. However, it is only on the plane that Kara manages to whisper her last words to Gram. With tears running down her face and her heart breaking at the thought of losing the closest person in her life, Kara gives her final gift to Gram: the promise of sharing Gram's story. Continue reading Comment

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