REVIEWS
Firefly
Ashley’s Light
Much more than a book about tragedy or grief
“This story offers insight into more than the tragedy of a mother losing a daughter. It explores what it means to live in those thin places. I see, in the author’s telling, the ability to experience things we might not normally notice or be aware of. These heightened senses can also be accessible to each of us if we slow down and notice; notice patterns, coincidences, instincts.
This book is short and sweet; perfect as a gift for not just those grieving, but also for those seeking spiritual direction.”
Abigail Castle
A journey we all walk - with a positive twist
“I just finished reading this amazing book. I laughed, I cried and I couldn't put it down. I also learned a lot about something we all face at one time or another - grief - and the unforeseen gifts it brings if we allow ourself to recognize and experience them.”
Kathy Rozzini
An Empathetic Companion for Grieving
“With a wonderful mix of honesty, vulnerability and mystery (and even some humor), Jane gives us a heartfelt insight into what grieving looks and feels like in her book Ashley's Light. But don't expect a “10 step how-to guide” for grieving. Instead you will get an empathetic companion to walk with you as she shares her story. I strongly encourage those who are grieving or have friends that are to take Firefly along with you on your journey.”
Anonymous
“This is a special book. A mother memorializing her daughter after her daughter's death and the lifelong journey that the mother lived on in remembering her. She had a relationship with her daughter, in a sense, after her death, because the daughter sent her so many signs and wonders.”
Debbie Blane via Goodreads
Addressing the Unbearable
“Through writing about the death of her daughter, Jane Ashe may have made an utterly unbearable tragedy a bit more bearable for herself and for her readers. The book is not explicitly about grieving, but rather the journey of the author coming to terms with sudden, inexplicable loss and piecing together a host of personal experiences to find new meaning in her life. She does this with a light touch despite the obvious grief and in a readable, hopeful manner.”
Jane R.
True story of a mother's deep love for her lost daughter -- a page-turner of a book
“I truly could not put it down – the story is compelling and well-crafted. Firefly takes us on the hard journey of a mother trying to find out what happened when her daughter disappeared in India. And the story goes beyond that as she faces the news of the death of a loved one, and asks if we can connect with those in the after life. I think many readers will relate to this story of loss, but also joy.”
MP