vickysalem's review against another edition
dark
emotional
hopeful
slow-paced
5.0
Minor: Suicide attempt, Rape, Toxic relationship, Pedophilia, and Grief
a_wistful_writer's review against another edition
dark
emotional
informative
reflective
sad
slow-paced
4.0
I was fascinated by the story after a recommendation from a friend, and I was taken aback by how harrowing some of the case studies were. The book is a brilliant study on the depravity of some humans, but also tells of our resilience and ability to overcome adversity, sometimes with a little help along the way.
Graphic: Sexual assault, Suicidal thoughts, Sexual harassment, Toxic relationship, Child abuse, and Physical abuse
whatjillreads's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
4.0
mmcpherson10's review against another edition
dark
emotional
informative
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
5.0
kellyhook_readsbooks's review against another edition
5.0
Psychologist Catherine Gildiner offers a behind-the-scenes look at therapy sessions with five of her most memorable clients in Good Morning, Monster. Gildiner selected clients she hails as psychological heroes for their resiliency, bravery, and sheer grit to overcome substantial trauma through therapy. Over the course of therapy, each client divulges unconscionable childhood abuse that has led to debilitating mental health challenges as adults.
Gildiner is gracious with the stories of her clients, portraying them as flawed, but likeable individuals. Through the lived experiences of her clients our shared humanity is on full display; our innate desire for connection is undeniable. Gildiner invites readers to consider how our childhoods shape us for better, or for worse. She concludes by commending the bravery of not only her clients, but all who choose to engage in self-examination. Readers who enjoyed Lori Gottlieb’s “Maybe You Should Talk To Someone” will not want to miss Good Morning, Monster.
4.5/Stars rounded up
Gildiner is gracious with the stories of her clients, portraying them as flawed, but likeable individuals. Through the lived experiences of her clients our shared humanity is on full display; our innate desire for connection is undeniable. Gildiner invites readers to consider how our childhoods shape us for better, or for worse. She concludes by commending the bravery of not only her clients, but all who choose to engage in self-examination. Readers who enjoyed Lori Gottlieb’s “Maybe You Should Talk To Someone” will not want to miss Good Morning, Monster.
4.5/Stars rounded up
vspinazola's review against another edition
5.0
Powerful stories of individuals who experienced severe trauma overcoming the obstacles of their mind - YES. The author is a therapist who also acknowledges her own failings and learnings along the way.
carolena_lebaron's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
5.0