Dangerous & Unpleasant Things is a work of creative non-fiction that exhaustively discusses themes of mental health, childhood trauma, abortion, death, and dying. It is a thought-provoking and informative work.
Daisy's life was far from easy. Abandoned by her biological father at the age of five, she grew up with a stepfather who abused her and a mother who turned a blind eye. At just sixteen, she was forced to leave home and seek refuge with her grandmother, who became her only support system. But when her grandmother was diagnosed with Alzheimer's, Daisy's life took a dramatic turn. She became her grandmother's sole caregiver, sacrificing her own youth and freedom to take care of the woman who had always been there for her.
This book also sheds light on the generational shame associated with her grandmother's past abortion and its ongoing effects. Throughout her life, Daisy had always felt alone, until she find a fragment of solace in her only emotional support which came from an anonymous online relationship with Zed, which complicated her already difficult caregiving responsibilities.
When her grandmother passes away, Daisy is left to confront the aftermath of years of self-neglect and emotional turmoil. In this heartbreaking story, Daisy's life will leave you pondering the true meaning of resilience and the impact that even the smallest connections can have on our lives.
