My Wife Said You May Want to Marry Me

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An inspiring memoir by the widower of bestselling children's author Amy Krouse Rosenthal, whose final act of love was a poignant New York Times column setting the stage for her husband's life after her death. On March 3, 2017, just ten days before she passed away from ovarian cancer, Amy wrote an op-ed for the Modern Love column titled "You May Want to Marry My Husband." This heartbreaking and brutally honest piece, a creative personal ad encouraging her husband to find happiness after her demise, quickly went viral, touching over five million people worldwide. In the memoir, Jason shares his journey following Amy's passing, grappling with her loss while striving to honor her wish. He reflects on their life together and the pain of watching her suffer, exploring themes of love, healing, and the challenges of moving forward with their three children. Jason's emotional narrative offers profound insights on death and the agony of losing a soulmate, revealing the lessons he learned through grief. He describes how Amy's gift of a fresh start allows him to fill the void with new stories, appreciate each day, and support others facing similar losses. This poignant and inspiring story captures the essence of enduring love and the search for joy after profound sorrow.