rldenny7's review against another edition
adventurous
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
paigesanford's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
jcpdiesel21's review against another edition
4.0
Absolutely fantastic. Lily is an irresistible character to follow due to her strong convictions, determined attitude and interesting life. If this work was entirely fiction, she would be a memorable creation, but it is wonderfully astounding that such an individual actually existed. After reading [b:The Glass Castle|7445|The Glass Castle|Jeannette Walls|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1523542886l/7445._SY75_.jpg|2944133], it was fascinating to see what traits and characteristics Walls herself inherited from her grandmother and how her mother Rosemary was shaped into the complicated person that she became as an adult. I enjoyed reading this nearly as much as Walls' previous work, and her writing throughout is incredibly vivid and engaging.
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.