Small Fry
Small Fry
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2018
Book Brief
400
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
California • 1980s
2018
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In her memoir, Small Fry (2018), American journalist Lisa Brennan-Jobs recounts discovering that tech tycoon Steve Jobs was her father and details the emotional hardships of his initial rejection. Raised by her mother, Chris-Ann, in 1970s and 1980s California, Brennan-Jobs navigates a fraught relationship with Jobs, marked by moments of reconciliation and ongoing tension.
Melancholic
Bittersweet
Contemplative
Emotional
Nostalgic
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Small Fry by Lisa Brennan-Jobs offers a complex and evocative memoir about growing up as the daughter of Steve Jobs. Critics appreciate its honest and introspective narrative, although some feel the portrayal of Jobs is uneven. The prose is frequently praised for its lyricism, though a few reviewers note it can be meandering. Overall, it's a poignant but imperfect read.
Who Should Read Small Fry?
Ideal for readers who appreciate nuanced memoirs like The Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls or Educated by Tara Westover, Small Fry by Lisa Brennan-Jobs offers a poignant, introspective look into her complex relationship with her father, Steve Jobs. It's perfect for those drawn to intricate family dynamics and candid self-exploration.
32,489 ratings
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400
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
California • 1980s
2018
Adult
18+ years
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