“Smart, surprising, and often lyrical, A Love Affair with the Unknown offers a masterclass in the art and science of grappling with uncertainty. If you live in the world, you should read this book.”—Alex Hutchinson, New York Times–bestselling author of The Explorer’s Gene

“A vulnerable, creative, and lyrical memoir about the human condition.” —Kirkus Reviews

“A heartfelt meditation on — quite simply — living.” —National Post

“Offers a kind of hero’s journey into discomfort and disquiet.” —Literary Review of Canada

“A Love Affair with the Unknown brims with curiosity, wisdom, and life. It's a balm for our troubled times. I loved it.” —Claire Cameron, author of How to Survive a Bear Attack

“The news feels so heavy, the future so uncertain; we wonder if we’ll ever feel steady again. In this beautiful book, Gillian Deacon reminds us that uncertainty can be a gift—grounding us in humility, awakening us to awe, and showing us that we don’t need all the answers to live a courageous life.” —Kate Bowler, New York Times–bestselling author of Everything Happens for a Reason

“Radiant, wise, and enduring.” —Claudia Dey, author of Daughter

“Overflows with curiosity and joy.” —Elizabeth Renzetti, author of What She Said: Conversations About Equality

“A well-researched guidebook to navigating today’s society.” —The Miramichi Reader

“Thought-provoking.” —Winnipeg Free Press