The obvious further reading is [[Skellig by David Almond]], which has a central character with similar troubles and is the creme de la creme of magic realism for children. Ancient beliefs come alive in their own time in [[Bloodline by Katy Moran]], while [[The Owl Service by Alan Garner]] will suit slightly older children, but also blends ancient myth with the present day. [[Marianne Dreams by Catherine Storr]] is a creepier tale, but uses its supernatural elements as a metaphor for illness, not grief and family break up.