Hi Fern –
I so so loved your book! Well done to your brother and you for articulating the series of events/emotions that led to your estrangement. So comforting. I’m experiencing the early days of sibling estrangement with my sister.
I’m wondering, if I should gift her your book? Perhaps, she’ll read it and come running with open arms
… On the flipside it will be another attempt met with disregard and defensiveness. What are your thoughts about the estranged using your book to guide reconciliation. Has anyone done it successfully?
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Thank you for your kind words and excellent question. I’d love to hear from those who have used the book as a gift to see if it aided in reconciliation.
I did hear from one angry recipient who did not appreciate the gift. She felt it was manipulative of the estranged sibling to present the book to her without a note or even a card indicating who sent the gift. However, others have found that the book facilitated a deeper conversation and understanding about reconciliation.
If you should decide to use the book as a gift, I think it’s important to include a note that states your deep desire to re-establish your relationship with your sister.
What do readers think?
I’ve been thinking about your question, and I’m wondering if the best approach might be to write your estranged sister a letter expressing your desire to reconnect, asking if she is open to reconciliation, and offering her a book that might help both of you as you redefine your relationship.