Unbearable Lightness: A Story of Loss and Gain
Unbearable Lightness: A Story of Loss and Gain
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2010
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Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2010320
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
2000s
2010
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Unbearable Lightness: A Story of Loss and Gain, Portia de Rossi recounts her struggles with eating disorders and self-acceptance. The memoir details her journey through fame, personal battles, and eventual recovery, highlighting her path toward understanding and embracing her true self.
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Review Roundup
Portia de Rossi's Unbearable Lightness: A Story of Loss and Gain is praised for its candid portrayal of eating disorders and self-acceptance. While some critics find it compelling and inspirational, others feel it lacks depth and broader context. Overall, the memoir is a poignant personal journey that resonates on an emotional level.
Who Should Read Unbearable Lightness: A Story of Loss and Gain?
Readers who appreciate memoirs tackling personal struggles with identity and body image will connect with Unbearable Lightness. Fans of Eat, Pray, Love by Elizabeth Gilbert and Wild by Cheryl Strayed, who seek introspective journeys and transformative experiences, will find de Rossi's vulnerability and resilience compelling.
41,372 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
2000s
2010
Adult
18+ years
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