Such a beautifully uplifting story.
How wonderful, after spending too many memoirs crying in heartbreak, to end this one crying in joy!
I've learned it's a testament to finding a new favourite when I end up hugging the book as soon as I've finished.
To start with so little hope, then to become a man who strives to provide it to so many. 1/?
I can now say with confidence that if you're struggling with the pain and choices described in the first half, it's worth it to get to the second half.
Read as much of those latter-half chapters as you can out loud; getting into the oratorical spirit just makes it even better. 2/3 11mo
⚠️ psychological, sexual and physical child abuse, statutory SA, underage sex between minors, suicidal ideation, suicide attempt, racism 11mo