American Daughter
American Daughter
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2021
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Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2021285
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
United States • 1970s-1980s
2021
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
American Daughter by Stephanie Thornton Plymale is a memoir detailing a woman's journey through a turbulent childhood marked by homelessness and trauma. The narrative focuses on her quest for understanding and healing, emphasizing resilience and the transformative power of self-discovery and reconciliation.
Emotional
Dark
Unnerving
Inspirational
Contemplative
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
American Daughter by Stephanie Thornton Plymale is a compelling memoir weaving emotional resilience with a tumultuous past. Readers praise its raw honesty and vivid storytelling. However, some find its narrative structure occasionally disjointed. Overall, it’s lauded for its inspiring journey and heartfelt exploration of familial bonds.
Who Should Read American Daughter?
A reader captivated by intense memoirs like The Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls or Educated by Tara Westover will find American Daughter compelling. They appreciate stories of personal resilience against a backdrop of family dysfunction and challenges, with a focus on hope and transformation.
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Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
United States • 1970s-1980s
2021
Adult
18+ years
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