The Glass Castle

I picked this book up on a whim at a thrift store. Wow, am I ever glad that I did!

Opening this book instantly tosses you into the life of Jeanette Walls. Caught in a whirlwind journey through cities and states, this book carries you along to the point that you forget you are reading. I became completely immersed in Jeanette's life from the very first page.

If you enjoy good character writing, you will love this book. It isn't even just because the characters are real people. No, the way Jeanette writes her family makes you feel like you are a part of it. Some you will hate, some you will love, some you feel so horribly bad for that you want to reach into the book and give a reassuring hug. It sounds a bit cliche, but this is truly a story about rags to riches.

Jeanette Walls did not have an easy life by any means, but she was able to take what she was given and weave it into an amazing story. This book is definitely a must read!