The Shape of What Remains by Lisa C. Taylor | GSMC Book Review Podcast

Sarah speaks with author Lisa C. Taylor about her poignant and emotionally layered novel, The Shape of What Remains. The story centers on Teresa Calvano, an English professor whose life was forever altered when her six-year-old daughter, Serena, was tragically killed in a split-second accident. A decade later, Teresa is still struggling to navigate her grief, haunted by unanswered questions and the weight of unresolved guilt.As those around her urge her to move on, Teresa seeks solace in literature, therapy, and the soul-baring music of Janis Joplin. Her journey through sorrow, memory, and hope unfolds with raw honesty, revealing the enduring power of maternal love and the complexity of loss. Lisa C. Taylor masterfully captures the fragile balance between grief and healing, weaving a story that resonates deeply with anyone who has experienced profound emotional loss.In her conversation with Sarah, Lisa discusses the inspiration behind the novel, the emotional research involved in writing such a personal story, and the role of art and language in processing trauma. This powerful interview offers insight into both the craft of writing and the courage it takes to face painful truths head-on.Whether you're a fan of literary fiction, character-driven narratives, or stories that explore the intricate emotional terrain of human relationships, this episode offers a compelling listen. Tune in to hear how The Shape of What Remains takes readers into one woman’s intimate reckoning with grief—and the quiet strength that emerges when there are no easy answers.If you enjoyed this episode, follow and subscribe to the show: you can find us on iTunes or on any app that carries podcasts as well as on YouTube. Please remember to subscribe and give us a nice review. This way you will always be among the first to get the latest GSMC Book Review Podcasts. We would like to thank our Sponsor: GSMC Podcast NetworkAdvertise with us: https://gsmcpodcast.com/advertise-with-usWebsite: https://gsmcpodcast.com/gsmc-book-review-podcastApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gsmc-book-review-podcast/id1123769087GSMC YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N-EKO3toL1ATwitter: https://twitter.com/GSMC_BookReviewFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/GSMCBookReview/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gsmcbookreviewTiktok: @gsmcbookreviewGSMC Podcast Network YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@gsmcpodcastnetworkGSMC Sports Network YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@GSMCSportsNetwork.GSMC Entertainment Network YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@GSMCEntertainmentNetworkGSMC News Network YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@GSMCNEWSNETWORKDisclaimer: The views expressed on the GSMC Book Review Podcast are for entertainment purposes only. Reproduction, copying, or redistribution of The GSMC Book Review Podcast without the express written consent of Golden State Media Concepts LLC is prohibited.