Michael McGirr reviews mum, i wish i was dead for the SMH

 
 

Article written by Michael McGirr for The Sydney Morning Herald - smh.com.au. He reviews 3 new books relating to depression. 'mum, i wish i was dead', 'Reasons to Stay Alive', and 'The good Greek Girl'.

"Each of these three personal memoirs has elements that are truly frightening. They all describe a pain so intense and surly that the writer was prepared to die just to get a break from its irrational demands.Yet the very existence of these books is proof of a victory, if that's the right word."

To read the full article, follow the link below:
http://www.smh.com.au/entertainment/books/the-good-greek-girl-review-an-intelligent-and-loving-memoir-of-depression-20150518-gh3w62.html