Stray
Stray
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Stephanie Danler's memoir, Sweetbitter, is a story of survival, starting over, and love in all its complicated guises. She returns to Southern California and succumbs to memories of her past, including a father who swung in and out of her life erratically, a mother now disabled by years of alcoholism and an aneurysm, and a teenage freedom that nearly killed her.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 256 pages
Publication date: 25 May 2023
Publisher: Simon & Schuster Ltd
From the acclaimed author of the international bestseller Sweetbitter, a captivating memoir that delves into the realms of survival, resilience, and the intricate complexities of love. Despite achieving her dream of selling her debut novel, Stephanie Danler finds herself feeling lost and adrift in the vibrant city of New York. Caught in the throes of a tumultuous relationship and plagued by the haunting memories of her troubled childhood, an unnamed force draws her back to her roots in Southern California. Nestled in a charming cottage in Laurel Canyon, Stephanie begins to piece together a new life, embracing the transformative power of the surrounding landscape. However, the ghosts of her past refuse to be silenced, haunting her with memories of her erratic father, whose charm and mercurial nature masked a deep addiction. Her mother, once a vibrant and loving figure, is now disabled by years of alcoholism and an aneurysm, unable to recall the abuse she inflicted upon Stephanie. The looming, desolate mountains of Colorado loom large, reminding her of a teenage freedom that nearly cost her her life. Amidst these painful memories, Stephanie finds solace in the profound love and forgiveness she extends to those who have let her down time and time again. This is a story of triumph, where grit, talent, grace, and beauty triumph over the dark forces that threaten to consume us. The New York Times Book Review praises Stephanie's ability to "open up her greediest thoughts, to slice open little pockets of her skin and root around underneath her flesh," describing her memoir as a "compulsive, neck-breaking masterpiece." Lisa Taddeo, in her review, hails it as a "story of triumph: the triumph of grit, talent, grace, and beauty over the dark pull of inner demons." Dani Shapiro, another acclaimed author, praises Stephanie's resilience and grace, acknowledging her ability to "write with the precision of a scalpel and the emotional depth of a poet." In conclusion, Sweetbitter is a captivating memoir that explores the depths of human resilience, love, and forgiveness. Through Stephanie's poignant storytelling, readers are invited to embark on a journey of self-discovery, learning to embrace the complexities of life and find hope in the face of adversity.
Dimension: 198 x 130 x 16 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781398527782
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