Description: The Fragility of Light by Heather Lonczak Introducing "The Fragility of Light" Heather S. Lonczaks debut novel-a poignant exploration of mental health, resilience, and the enduring power of familial bonds. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Introducing "The Fragility of Light," Heather S. Lonczaks debut novel-a poignant exploration of mental health, resilience, and the enduring power of familial bonds.Sunny Zielinski is a beautiful and talented young woman with a promising future. A recent college graduate, Sunny has landed her dream job as a book editor and is soon to be married. Her close-knit family is her strength, particularly her fiercely loving grandparents-Holocaust survivors who helped to raise her.Following two major losses, Sunny finds herself becoming unhinged. When she experiences her first psychotic break, she is plunged into a place of profound fear and confusion. As her delusions, hallucinations, and mood symptoms take over, Sunny traverses a harrowing journey into the depths of madness. Underlying her despair is the devastating delusion that she is being hunted by the Nazis.As Sunny attempts to navigate her symptoms, she vacillates between understanding that she has a mental illness and being convinced that the doctors are conspiring against her. Adding to the narrative are Sunnys relationships with her devoted family, her nebulous history with her mother, and the colorful and often tragic patients she meets along the way. Ultimately, love, determination, and hope emerge as salient aspects of Sunnys recovery as she struggles to find her way out of the darkness. Author Biography Heather S. Lonczak holds a PhD in educational psychology and a masters degree in clinical psychology. She completed her MA practicum at Western Psychiatric Institute and was awarded a postdoctoral fellowship from the Department of Psychology at the University of Washington. She has extensive experience as a research scientist in the fields of psychology, psychiatry, and social work, and is a certified DSM-5 clinical interviewer. She has published numerous peer-reviewed social science articles and ten childrens books aimed at promoting positive youth development and empathy for animals. Dr. Lonczak lives in Seattle with her beloved family and pets. Review May 2024: Pacific Book Award - Best Psychology (Winner) April 2024: Outstanding Creator Award - Best Fiction Book of Spring 2024 (1st-place)April 2024: Outstanding Creator Award - Literary Fiction (1st-place)April 2024: Outstanding Creator Award - Mental Illness (1st-place)April 2024: Outstanding Creator Award - Psychological Fiction (1st-place)April 2024: Outstanding Creator Award - Womans Fiction (1st-place)April 2024: Outstanding Creator Award - Grief/Coping/Trauma (1st-place)Jan 2024: Firebird Book Awards - Psychiatry/PsychologyJan 2024: NABE Pinnacle Book Achievement Award Winners for Fall 2023."A searing portrait of mental illness and a family trying to stay together.... the story delivers a sharply written and startling account of a woman and a family put to the test by mental illness-and how they learn to cope and become resilient... readers will find it impossible to put down." Verdict: GET IT- Kirkus Reviews"The Fragility of Light is a moving and thought-provoking exploration of mental illness, grief, and the resilience of the human spirit. Its honest and sensitive portrayal of these complex issues makes it a valuable read for those seeking to understand the nuances of mental health and the power of human empathy in the face of adversity. ... Lonczaks portrayal of Sunnys journey through mental illness is both heart-wrenching and insightful. The book delves deeply into the emotional turmoil and psychological challenges Sunny faces. The depiction of her battle with psychosis and her efforts toward recovery offers readers a window into the often misunderstood world of mental health disorders. This aspect of the book is particularly enlightening, shedding light on the reality of living with such conditions and the impact they have on individuals and their loved ones." * * * * *- Literary Titan"This is a wonderful book that should be read by anyone who has a mental illness and people who need to support someone who does." * * * * *- Christina, Goodreads reviewer"This is one of those books that grabs you right at the start and does not let go until the end... Following Sunny and her loved ones through this journey ripped my heart apart and stitched it back together." * * * * *- Rachel Kline, Goodreads reviewer Details ISBN173536259X Author Heather Lonczak Language English ISBN-10 173536259X ISBN-13 9781735362595 Pages 394 Publisher Heather S Lonczak Edition Description March 2024 - Ingramspark ed. 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