The Glass Castle: A Memoir by Jeannette Walls
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
I saw the show a while back and wondered how it was as a book. I finally got a chance to listen to it from Libby. I didn’t realize this was autobiographical until I was setting up for this review. Whew! As the author’s personal story, her voice made it sound real enough. Though it’s been a while since I watched the movie, I remembered a lot of it. I didn’t like the movie’s ending but felt more depth in the book.
There are elements that I recognized from my upbringing. Maybe people who have had less money will see the positive effect of dreams and affirmations, even when it seems hopeless. Jeannette Walls and her siblings found strength in each other and whatever truths they could hang on to. Even the sad or maddening parts keep you reading or listening. I think there is a lot we can learn from Ms. Walls’ story.
If you get the chance, it is worth the read. I plan to watch the movie again soon.
Darswords 
One to read, as I love memoirs, so I’ll go on audible to get this one!
Enjoy!