N E X T O F K I N
Review by: GG Sanders on Apr. 14, 2011 : 
This is such a touching story, beautifully written. It’s no surprise that a young woman, barely an adult, is incapable of grasping the significance of her mother’s startling request, but afraid to ask for explanation. She returns empty-handed and is stricken by her mother’s disappointment. But years later, when she returns to France with her own family, they acknowledge the tragic loss and honor the sacrifice of a very young soldier. It’s sad and very sweet closure.
Review by: Pauline Brasch on Apr. 06, 2011 :
Yes, I cried. And this is truly a tribute to your skill to capture me and bring me along with you when the brevity of the story would normally only allow you to recount bare fact. A lovely short story. Thanks.
Review by Jan Brown May/18/11 on Book Junkies
This is a very moving powerful short story and it had me crying 1/3rd of the way through it and all the way to the end. It reminded me of my Dad who was a Korean war vet. It reminded me of the many military funerals I have attended in the past few years not knowing the person or their families yet had tears to share and shed. Very well written with a few little twist and turns and life’s regrets and sorrows brought to mind. Better have a whole box of tissues handy…
Review by: pennylynne on Apr. 03, 2011 : (no rating)
Very touching story! Thanks Caitlin.
“I finally read.”Next of Kin”. Words almost escape me so I will simply say that it is a beautiful, beautiful moving story.” – Dania Matiation
“I absolutely loved NEXT OF KIN. Keep writing.” Marcella Murphy
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Review by: GG Sanders on Apr. 14, 2011 :
I saw Singing the Bones as a film at a childbirth association fundraiser. The theater was filled with young mothers, nurses, and nurse-midwives; a tough audience averse to romanticizing the birthing experience, who was nevertheless captivated from the start. When the lights came up there was a pause as the crowd sat still, absorbing the experience, wiping away tears. That was the last moment of silence, however, as the group burst into an enthusiastic discussion. They agreed the film was authentic and powerful; the cinematography was beautiful, the driving sound track was perfectly attuned to the action, the story poignant. Caitlin is an incredibly talented writer and actor and I hope someday to see her perform this play in person.
Review by: Patricia M on Apr. 13, 2011 :
“I saw Caitlin Hicks perform this as a one woman play over 10 years ago. I was blown away. A few years later I had the opportunity to see the movie, again totally amazing!!! I just bought the eplay and read it. Again, totally blown away. I was moved to tears. Totally worth the read!!!!
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