Browsing: Memoirs

Animals

Oliver

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A touching true story of faith and kindness: Steven Carino felt alone after his dog, Oliver, was stolen in 2019 — but when strangers from all walks of life came together to help him search for his beloved pet, he began to find comfort in compassion and community.

Biographies and Memoirs

Consent

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With nearly 4,700 five-star Goodreads ratings: At age 13, Vanessa Springora became the muse of one of France’s most celebrated writers — a much older man who would manipulate and exploit her. “A gut punch of a memoir with prose that cuts like a knife” (Kate Elizabeth Russell, author of My Dark Vanessa).

Biographies and Memoirs

Dancing in the Mosque

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A Kirkus Reviews Best Book of 2020: In Taliban-controlled Afghanistan, Homeira Qaderi was forced to make a devastating choice involving her young son. Now, in this “heartrending, indelible” memoir (People), she shares her unforgettable story. “One of the most moving love letters to life itself that you will ever read” (Meg Waite Clayton).

Adoption

Twice a Daughter

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When Julie began experiencing serious medical issues, she and her twin sister embarked on a quest to locate their birth parents — with surprising results. A “compelling… well-rendered” story (Kirkus Reviews) of love, lies, and long-hidden family secrets.

Advice and How-To

The Girl in the Red Boots

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An “affecting story… with valuable gifts and insights to share” (New York Times bestselling author Hope Edelman): In this moving read, psychologist Judy Rabinor unpacks the childhood trauma of her strained relationship with her mother — and shares how she finally made peace with her upbringing.