The Sun Shines Through is a compelling and extraordinary memoir from Sharon King. Told from the heart, it is a true account of love and loss, and the use of cannabis oil to treat lung cancer (his) and breast cancer (hers). Spanning the years 2012 to 2019, the memoir recalls the lives of a married couple, both diagnosed in the same year of 2013, and their attempts to save their own lives. Using diary entries, social media posts and memory, the book is engaging and beautifully written with both humour and clarity. It is an intimate portrayal of a couple's life together and apart, and the universal and passionate need for hope.

About the Author
Sharon King lives in Peebles, Scottish Borders. Her main career has spanned 30 years as a professional singer-songwriter, working at grass roots level - touring the UK and writing, recording and producing four albums over twelve years. She still plays occasional gigs but enjoys spending as much time as possible travelling and walking with her `clever wee dog', Frida Kahlo. Sharon is also a breast cancer survivor and is widowed. She says, "I was driven to write this book. I needed to process so much and this ended up being my way of approaching it. I am glad that I wrote it all down, it's been such a monumental journey to get here and so much gets lost in the emotional noise of grief and panic. I hope others can find some companionship in the book, some resonation with their own situations, some acceptance of the madness of grief, and, maybe some hope too."


Book Information
ISBN 9781912881970
Author Sharon King
Format Paperback
Page Count 165
Imprint Book Guild Publishing Ltd
Publisher Book Guild Publishing Ltd