About Patty
My Story
Patricia O’Brien is an accomplished writer whose powerful and honest work explores the core of human emotion, love, and loss. Best known for her autobiographical memoir, Losing Gerry, Patricia fearlessly navigates the complexities of grief and the dynamics of family and same-sex relationships.
Her writing is lauded for its unflinching honesty and beautiful, introspective prose, resonating deeply with readers seeking stories of healing and personal resilience. Patricia O’Brien continues to draw on her rich life experience to craft compelling narratives that speak to the universal journey of finding meaning after profound loss. Stay connected to follow her career and anticipate her forthcoming book projects.
Personal Life
Patty is a resident of the golf community at Castle Bay in Hampstead, NC. She was raised in Buffalo, NY- where most of her family reside. Aside from her mother who is still living, she is the eldest member of her family, and has 3 siblings. She had a career at HSBC. She moved to North Carolina just 9 months after the death of her partner Gerry Brennan.
"This book reminds us how precious life is and how important it is to embrace every moment with the people, places, and things that come in your path."
Ann Setter
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