Grammar problems

Hi everyone! I've recently read a story and I came across some grammar problems when I wanted to talk about it . E.g:

1.can I say: The story ends sadly when the canary dies or died/ or sadly with death of the canary or with the canary's death

2.a.The nail brought back the sweet memories of the bird to Missus.
b.The nail brought her back the sweet memories of the bird.
3. When i want to write a short of the author's life and achievements in 10 or 20 lines, would be a suitable title to write" Katherine Mansfield's biography " or " Katherine Mansfield' life"
Thanks in advance