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Obsessed: A Memoir of My Life with OCD

Allison Britz
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Obsessed: A Memoir of My Life with OCD

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2017

Book Brief

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Allison Britz

Obsessed: A Memoir of My Life with OCD

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2017
Book Details
Pages

368

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

United States • 2010s

Publication Year

2017

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

Lexile Level

HL760L

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Super Short Summary

Obsessed by Allison Britz is a memoir about a young woman who develops obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) after a distressing dream. The narrative explores her struggles, diagnosis, and journey towards managing her condition, highlighting the impact of OCD on her daily life and relationships.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

5,856 ratings

73%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Obsessed by Allison Britz offers a raw and realistic portrayal of living with OCD, garnering praise for its authenticity and emotional depth. Readers appreciate Britz’s candidness and the insightful, albeit sometimes distressing, exploration of mental illness. Criticisms include pacing issues and some repetitive elements. Overall, it is a compelling and enlightening read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Obsessed: A Memoir of My Life with OCD?

Obsessed by Allison Britz appeals to readers interested in young adult memoirs about mental health challenges. Fans of John Green’s Turtles All the Way Down and Ned Vizzini’s It’s Kind of a Funny Story will connect well with Britz's raw, insightful narrative on OCD and resilience, making it ideal for those seeking honest depictions of personal struggle and growth.

4.3

5,856 ratings

73%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

368

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

United States • 2010s

Publication Year

2017

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

12-18 years

Lexile Level

HL760L

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