When I Leave You

After her sudden passing, Ellie Trechsel confronts an afterlife that challenges her expectations and forces her to face her own regrets as she observes her family’s struggles. Guided by her mother-in-law, Ellie navigates through memories and moments from her past, present, and future, discovering that mourning and control are more complicated than she imagined. An emotional journey of loss, compassion, and acceptance, this story explores the unpredictable aftermath of death and the human capacity for understanding.