This relatively short book delves into the various types of loneliness people experience, shaped by their roles and life circumstances such as heartbreak, death, being an outcast, family dynamics, and single parenthood. The author effectively highlights that personal stories need to be heard, and in sharing these stories, people find acknowledgment and comfort. The theme that everyone encounters loneliness in their unique way resonated deeply with me.

The book opens with a deeply personal introduction about the author’s grandfather following the death of his wife. This powerful story of his grandfather's deterioration and subsequent loneliness sets the tone for the rest of the book. It was an excellent and moving prelude that framed the narrative beautifully.

While I wished the author had included more chapters or interviews to expand on the theme, I still found the book enjoyable and insightful.