A review by khairun_atika
The Sound of Letting Go by Stasia Ward Kehoe

3.0

This book is sheer poetry. It is a careful, sensitive exploration of the selfless Daisy Meehan, who does not hang out much. She is the hardworking student, the filial daughter, the prodigal musician. Yet Daisy finds it hard to deal with her autistic brother, who is becoming a danger to himself and her family, and she questions whether she does what she does out of duty or love. Daisy is so used to having to sacrifice, that she finds it hard to imagine or live a life without sacrificing. I find Daisy an endearing character, as she tries to navigate the daily life of a teenager as a third parent. Kehoe had written the entire book in poetry form, which makes the flow all the more raw and beautiful. An amazing read :)