emgbrl's review against another edition
adventurous
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75
hiltzmoore's review against another edition
4.0
This was a nice combination of an interesting life and an interesting concept - a fictional novel based on the author's grandmother. I think everyone who has memories of grandparents can think of some interesting stories, and to embellish those stories into a novel is really sweet. It was interesting to read this book only a few weeks after my last living grandparent passed away. I should have asked more about their pasts!
ponderinstuff's review against another edition
2.0
This is the first book I'm reading on my Barnes & Noble Nook ebook reader.
lfordham9's review against another edition
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
3.0
leannaaker's review against another edition
5.0
After enjoying Glass Castles, read this book and really enjoyed it. Great read that has differences and similarities with GC.
pghreader's review against another edition
5.0
I had very few expectations when I started reading this book, and had not read any reviews. What I discovered was a book that fictionally retold the type of folk lore I love to hear. I immediately liked Lily, although the reviews I read after finishing the book told me she was not likable.
I was disappointed to see the story come to an end, as I truly enjoyed this very fast read.
I was disappointed to see the story come to an end, as I truly enjoyed this very fast read.
sheritolley's review against another edition
3.0
Thought Her first book was better, but I enjoyed reading about the authors Grandmother. She definitely led an interesting life.
rainbow_girl's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
4.0
Content Warnings
Minor: Self harm, Suicide, and Animal cruelty
kellymc03's review against another edition
I actually have never read "Glass Castle" which was so popular a couple years ago. I think I was never in the mood to read about this subject. However, this book talked to me because it was about Arizona and when things were hard. I enjoyed how this author writes and will now go read the "Glass Castle" because the characters are linked.