“Best non-fiction: The Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls. The inspiring, disturbing, and captivating memoir of Walls, that really does live up to all the hype that this book has received. Her story of growing up with parents whose ideals and stubborn nonconformity will both inspire and horrify the reader. According to one online review: "What is so astonishing about Jeannette Walls is not just that she had the guts and tenacity and intelligence to get out, but that she describes her parents with such deep affection and generosity. Hers is a story of triumph against all odds, but also a tender, moving tale of unconditional love in a family that despite its profound flaws gave her the fiery determination to carve out a successful life on her own terms. For two decades Jeannette Walls hid her roots, now she tells her own story." Definitely worth picking up one of these weekends!”
Sarah Kennedy wrote this review Sunday, April 22, 2012.
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