New York, NY – April 4, 2023: Today, we are excited to announce the release of “Fourteen Days,” a memoir written by Uno that chronicles her journey from New York to Perth, Australia, during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The book opens with Uno’s daily commute on a New York subway in February 2020, where she receives the devastating news of her mother’s terminal illness. Determined to see her mother one last time, Uno embarks on a journey that would be anything but easy.
As the COVID-19 pandemic swept the world, Uno faced travel restrictions, quarantines, and health scares as she traveled the globe. In Australia, she had to quarantine for fourteen days before seeing her mother. This period of quarantine was both physically and emotionally challenging as she grappled with the reality of her mother’s illness and the uncertainty of the world around her.
Through her memoir, Uno shares her experiences with vulnerability and honesty, offering readers a glimpse into the profound impact of grief and loss. She shares humorous and reflective anecdotes, providing a relatable and engaging narrative that draws readers in. Her writing is raw and authentic, capturing the range of emotions that come with navigating a world in crisis.
Uno’s journey is a testament to the power of love and the resilience of the human spirit. Her memoir is a poignant reminder that we are all capable of overcoming adversity and finding strength in the most challenging of circumstances. “Fourteen Days” is a must-read for anyone who has experienced grief or loss, or who has navigated the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. It is a touching and inspiring story that will leave readers feeling hopeful and uplifted. “Fourteen Days” is a must-read for anyone who has experienced grief or loss, or who has navigated the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. It is a touching and inspiring story that will leave readers feeling hopeful and uplifted.
The book has already received critical acclaim from reviewers, with many praising Uno’s writing style and emotional depth. One reviewer wrote, “Uno’s memoir is a stunning tribute to the power of love and the resilience of the human spirit. Her writing is raw and honest, capturing the raw emotion of her journey in a way that is both poignant and relatable.”
The book is available for purchase online at major book retailers including Amazon, Kindle and Barnes and Noble.
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