“In this remarkable book, Irene Reilly walks us through her journey of love, loss, and grief. She puts her vulnerability as a mother on the page and shows us that human resiliency can push darkness away so that hope can grow. Heartfelt and honest, I highly recommend it.” – Marina Nemat, author of Prisoner of Tehran “Irene’s story reminds us that even in tragedy there is hope. While the overdose toll is often presented as just numbers, Irene shines a light into its darkest corners, offering unique insights earned from the tragedy of losing her son Roger, ‘somebody’s someone’, to addiction. Irene is unique and also one of the many who drive International Overdose Awareness Day in their local communities, helping others heal from loss and generously trying to end overdose for those of us with a living chance. We should care like we are all family; in Ohana, Irene shows us how.” – John Ryan, CEO, International Overdose Awareness Day “This is an important book for anyone experiencing this trauma, as well as those trying to support them. There is something remarkable about mothers who have lost a child who raise awareness and advocate so others will not face the same trajedy.” – Angie Hamilton, Executive Director at Families for Addiction Recovery. “Irene Reilly’s reflections on her deeply personal poignant tragic loss knit together a profoundly touching memoire, written straight from a mother’s loving heart._x000D_The collection of memories she shares of Rogers’ story brings to life not only the trauma of loss associated with the opioid crisis, but also connects us to Roger in a powerful way._x000D_Thank you Irene for having the strength, courage and determination to raise awareness by sharing your journey and Roger with us all” – Susan K “In this timely book, Irene generously provides readers with access to her emotional landscape as a mother supporting her eldest son through opioid addiction and sudden death by fentanyl poisoning. Ohana is also a portrait of persistence, resilience, and the power of community. In it, we witness Reilly navigate the systems, organizations, and individuals that comprise the army fighting endlessly to resolve the opioid crisis and to support those affected by it.” - Sonderho Press_x000D_