A review by christiek
Inheritance: A Memoir of Genealogy, Paternity, and Love, by Dani Shapiro

4.0

I wasn’t particularly compelled by the synopsis of this book. My response was, “oh people worrying about things to which I have no connection or concern." I do not believe that if I discovered similar news, it would tilt my sense of being. I was all set to overlook the book, but so many people said it was a must read, that I picked it up. I am very glad I did. I found Shapiro’s story fascinating, and the inner work she must do was thoughtful and engaging. She manages to generate in me concern for her existential crisis and understanding for her strong connection to family that I do not share. I come away better knowing and feeling the values of someone who is not me (and *that* is exactly why I read).