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The Glass Castle
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bookshelves: 2023, bio-memoir, non-fiction, my-stepdad-chooses-my-tbr, book-club
Sep 10, 2023
bookshelves: 2023, bio-memoir, non-fiction, my-stepdad-chooses-my-tbr, book-club
‘Years from now, when all the junk they got is broken and long forgotten, you'll still have your stars.�
The Glass Castle is a remarkable memoir that grips the reader from the very first page. Walls invites us into her unconventional and often tumultuous childhood, where she and her siblings navigated poverty, instability, and the unpredictable whims of their brilliant yet deeply flawed parents. With searing honesty and poignant reflection, Walls paints a vivid portrait of her upbringing, from their nomadic lifestyle to the chaos and contradictions within their family dynamic.
Through it all, Walls emerges as a resilient and insightful narrator, grappling with her conflicting feelings of love, anger, and forgiveness towards her parents. The Glass Castle is a testament to the human capacity for resilience and redemption, as Walls ultimately finds strength and solace in confronting her past.
With its raw emotion and compelling storytelling, this memoir is a powerful reminder of the enduring power of the human spirit. Whether you're drawn to tales of triumph over adversity or simply seeking a deeply moving and thought-provoking read, The Glass Castle is an unforgettable journey that will stay with you long after you've turned the final page.
Highly Recommend.
4.5
The Glass Castle is a remarkable memoir that grips the reader from the very first page. Walls invites us into her unconventional and often tumultuous childhood, where she and her siblings navigated poverty, instability, and the unpredictable whims of their brilliant yet deeply flawed parents. With searing honesty and poignant reflection, Walls paints a vivid portrait of her upbringing, from their nomadic lifestyle to the chaos and contradictions within their family dynamic.
Through it all, Walls emerges as a resilient and insightful narrator, grappling with her conflicting feelings of love, anger, and forgiveness towards her parents. The Glass Castle is a testament to the human capacity for resilience and redemption, as Walls ultimately finds strength and solace in confronting her past.
With its raw emotion and compelling storytelling, this memoir is a powerful reminder of the enduring power of the human spirit. Whether you're drawn to tales of triumph over adversity or simply seeking a deeply moving and thought-provoking read, The Glass Castle is an unforgettable journey that will stay with you long after you've turned the final page.
Highly Recommend.
4.5
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Thank you Rowan! Definitely one of the better ones I have read 💖💖

Fantastic review!

Fant..."
Thank you Constantine! I wasn't aware this was made into a film. I'll be sure to look it up. I was so enthralled reading this book! I have heard of Educated, but haven't read it. I'll add it to my list! 💖💖

Thank you Sujoya! 💖💖

Thank you Nika! It's a fantastic memoir, I highly recommend it! 💖💖