How to Carry Fire was born from the ashes of familyaddiction. Beginning with the burning down of her childhoodhome, Thatcher explores how fire can both destroy and cleanse. Her work recognises embers everywhere: in farmhouses, heroinneedles, poisonous salamanders.
The narrative delves into the profound impact of losing a father to addiction, highlighting the emotional struggles and resilience of the characters as they navigate grief and healing. Through poignant storytelling, it explores themes of loss, identity, and the journey toward acceptance, offering a heartfelt examination of familial bonds and the quest for hope in the aftermath of tragedy.