A Cool Customer

A Cool Customer explores the themes of grief and self-discovery through the lens of Joan Didion's The Year of Magical Thinking. Author Jacob Bacharach recounts his personal experience with his brother's opioid addiction and how it intersects with Didion's memoir. Through weaving his family story with Didion's cultural relevance, Bacharach creates a smart and snappy read perfect for anyone seeking insight on grief and the human experience.