I just don't get why the book was written, because the "chapters" read way more like stand-alone essays. Its well done, but doesn't add much to he genre.At times a bit repetitive, but mostly a satisfying exploration of the author's relationship with her mother, her daughter, and alcohol. Really lovely and compelling to read. This was the best book I’ve read in a long time. Prime members enjoy FREE Delivery and exclusive access to music, movies, TV shows, original audio series, and Kindle books. This book has For someone who claims to not enjoy books about motherhood and alcoholism, I currently have bookmarks in several books about alcoholism, alcoholic mothers, and this book, about motherhood and an alcoholic mother. Just a moment while we sign you in to your Goodreads account. This book is more than a parenting book, I wouldn’t even call it that because all parenting books have a quiet theme of judgement. My mom recently passed away and this book is spot on. Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of The woman can write, but she's not going for stylized prose. I thought my family was so unique. I wish the backstory of her mother's life centered the book more.This book took me off-guard.
It was interesting in that for me it felt quite light and upbeat through much of the book, and then the reality of the situation hit rather hard further toward the end of the book She is speaking of the wonder and newness of being a parent to a daughter, and meanwhile contemplating deeply her extreme hardship with her mother's alcoholism as well as her deep love of her. Then you can start reading Kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer - no Kindle device required. A loBeing fascinated with what makes people tick, and the varying lives they have lived, this played well into that curiosity. I really appreciated this honest (and openly ambivalent!) Maybe a book, maybe essays--the parent/child relationship changes so much over time, and I'm sure the author would have much to say as her daughter becomes a teenager, young adult, perhaps becomes a mother herself. The model takes into account factors including the age of a rating, whether the ratings are from verified purchasers, and factors that establish reviewer trustworthiness. NOW MY HEART IS FULL, a memoir by Laura June, is about the author’s experience as a new mother and how, at every turn, her approach to motherhood has been influenced by her relationship with her own late mother. We’d love your help. To hear a life almost just like mine laid out in a book was very shocking. More multi-generational portrait than narrative, which isn't a bad thing at all. Also, just to vent my pedantic spleen, the author and her husband are not 'disagreeable' people as she writes, but 'irascible' or 'argumentative' people. No One Tells You This: A Memoir This book will stay in my heart for a while. In addition to her honesty about having a troubled (but loving) mother, I appreciated her honesty regarding how difficult motherhood can be even when you are a thirtysomething adult, the pregnancy is planned, you have a supportive partner and financial resources. I think many women are hesitant to admit this as they are concerned that it will somehow negate their love for their child but from my admittedly outside perspective they (your love for your child and the fact that parenting-particularly motherhood-is tough) are separate things. This shopping feature will continue to load items when the Enter key is pressed. Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations You're listening to a sample of the Audible audio edition.Something went wrong. June thinks back on her turbulent upbringing with a mostly-functioning alcoholic mother as she welcomes her own daughter (and first child) into the world at the age of 35.A good little memoir. A beautifully written book; sometimes sad, sometimes funny, always engaging.
To get the free app, enter your mobile phone number. Please try again. Only sporadically does she mention memories of her mother and their interactions. I admire her generous and honest reflection. How to Be Alone: If You Want To, and Even If You Don't Laura June triumphs by resisting the inertia of inherited suffering and surrendering to the possibility of a boundless, unbreakable love.” When I saw this book at the library I almost did not check it out because I thought that it might be patronizing towards women without kids-I was glad that wasn't the case. Enjoy a great reading experience when you buy the Kindle edition of this book. I loved the premise and the author’s bravery but it wasn’t for me. Imagine my surprise, when I reached the end, and found myself in tears.For someone who claims to not enjoy books about motherhood and alcoholism, I currently have bookmarks in several books about alcoholism, alcoholic mothers, and this book, about motherhood and an alcoholic mother.
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