The Pass - Hardcover

The only way out is through.

Camille and Bastien are overjoyed atthe birth of their second child. But their happiness is short-lived. Soon afterLouis is born, he is diagnosed with severe heart defects. Because of his youngage, he must wait for surgery--and the operation itself could provefatal.

During the tense and bewildering months that follow Louis'sdiagnosis, his parents find some comfort in Camille's father, Pablo, whocomes to help care for the children. The long wait turns into a joyful interludeof games, tenderness, and deepening love between Louis and Pablo, an experiencethat will remain forever engraved in their lives.

Inspired by realevents, this emotionally engaging follow-up to Esp?'s The Parakeetcontinues the story of Bastien, now a father, as he and Camille cope with everyparent's biggest fear: that they could lose their child.