Just Another Mountain Sarah Jane Douglas
A very open and honest account of Sarah's life, her struggle with grief and finding her place in the world. It was very heartfelt and well written but I was uncomfortable reading some of the choices Sarah had made in her life and her way of dealing with them. I have experienced death and grief but not to the extent of Sarah. I likened my journey through Sarah's book to climbing a mountain, I found it challenging but was hoping for an amazing view at the top. Spoiler alert - the end was another challenge. Hope and inspiration? Not quite in the way I expected. Hopefully Sarah will get the opportunity to write an Afterward to the book.

Sometimes all you can do is put one foot in front of the other and keep walking...

This is an honest, raw, and inspiring memoir showcasing the ups and downs of grief and the power of the outdoors as not only a coping mechanism but a way to get perspective on how you are feeling.

Sarah describes her relationships with her family and the brutal impact of her mother’s battle with cancer in a way that will resonate with anyone who has suffered loss at a young age.

Reading about Sarah’s trekking experiences as she tries to come to terms with her losses and decide on a direction for her life is both inspiring and funny in parts.

This is obviously written from the heart and although different to my usual style of book I am glad I picked it up.