Grief is the most universal human experience, yet it can also feel incredibly isolating. When we lose someone, we love, we’ll do anything to feel close to them again. The need for connection is a strong impulse, and it can drive us to seek paths we never imagined. But what if rituals, magic, or spirituality might provide an interface between here and the hereafter? Might these activities give us more than peace of mind but a concrete means of paying tribute to our departed loved ones?

Rowan, a witch, uses her practice to mourn her husband, Rowan, in “Momentary.” She turns to spells, visions, and even astral projection to reconnect with him, crossing the boundary between the living and the dead. Her magical search mirrors her inner conflict, showing us how loss can drive us to test the limits of our faith. Her story poses a fascinating question: Can magic (or faith) heal us—or is it merely a means of escaping reality? The investigation of this question can take us to honest conversations about what grief is and how to move toward healing.

Belief or not in magic, ritual can be an effective means to grief. Switching on a candle, writing to a late loved one, or a visit to a meaningful location can give an impression of being in touch. These small things can be incorporated into the healing process, helping us sort out our feelings in a tangible manner.

Healing is not about forgetting but creating new means to move love ahead. Rowan’s journey serves as a bittersweet reminder that loss has no time limit and that, at times, the most enchanting action we can take is to continue believing in what we cannot see. Every step taken in memory of a deceased loved one can offer new wisdom and a greater awareness of both love and loss. In accepting this path, we permit ourselves to grow, cultivating the memories left behind.

If you’ve ever desired comfort beyond the ordinary, this book might reflect deeply with you. It invites readers to reflect on their own experiences with grief and explore the myriad ways to maintain connections with those who have passed. Engaging in this opens a conversation about healing practices that reflect the diversity of human experiences.