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'HONEST, BEAUTIFUL, BRUTAL'

A decade ago, on October 4th, a Cumbrian family faced a parents worst nightmare. A devastating drunk-driving incident claimed the life of their son, Dominic Loftus. Amidst the sorrow and grief Dom's father, Ian Loftus, a pub landlord, embarked on a journey of healing that has since inspired many.

'Following the death of a loved one, you can find hope, at some point. And it's hope and a sense of resilience that I want you to feel after reading this book. This is the 10th anniversary of Dom's death. I hope the book does our journey together some justice.'

Speaking openly on the horror of the death of his child, Ian's book delves into Dominic's life and death, his dreams and lost ambitions detailing everything that both he and his family have lost. Gripping, blunt and poignant this harrowing memoir sheds light on the unspoken process of grief.

The book provides a personal life evaluation of a grieving parent and father. It tells a story of profound despair to newfound purpose.

Ian is also keen to promote the power of self expressive writing as a tool to deal with trauma. He wishes that readers find solace, inspiration and a sense of connection if they are grieving now, and he wants to provide a place of solitude and hope should readers need direction in the future.