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‘HONEST, BEAUTIFUL, BRUTAL’ Dr Jackie Newton – Head of Journalism, Liverpool John Moores University.

 A decade ago, a Cumbrian family faced a parent’s worst nightmare. A devastating drunk-driving incident claimed the life of their son, Dominic Loftus. Amidst the sorrow and grief, Dom’s father, Ian Loftus, a pub landlord, embarked on a journey of healing that has since inspired many.

Speaking openly on the horror of the death of his child, Ian’s book explores his son’s life and death, his dreams and lost ambitions. The story details everything that Dom, him, and his family have lost. Gripping, blunt and poignant, this harrowing memoir sheds light on the unspoken process of grief.

The book provides a personal life evaluation of a grieving parent and father. It tells a story of profound despair to newfound purpose.