The Good Daughter: A Memoir of My Mother's Hidden Life
The Good Daughter: A Memoir of My Mother's Hidden Life
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2011
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Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
Iran • 1950s
2011
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Good Daughter: A Memoir of My Mother's Hidden Life by Jasmin Darznik explores a person's journey to uncover her mother's past after discovering a hidden photograph and tape recordings. The narrative delves into the mother's experiences in Iran, revealing family secrets and cultural history while strengthening the bond between the individual and her family legacy.
Emotional
Melancholic
Contemplative
Nostalgic
Bittersweet
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Good Daughter: A Memoir of My Mother's Hidden Life by Jasmin Darznik offers a compelling narrative blending personal discovery with cultural history. Readers appreciate its vivid storytelling and emotional depth, though some find the pacing uneven. The memoir shines in portraying complex family dynamics and the migrant experience. Overall, it's a poignant and insightful read.
Who Should Read The Good Daughter: A Memoir of My Mother's Hidden Life?
A reader who appreciates memoirs about maternal bonds and cultural heritage, akin to The Glass Castle and Educated, would enjoy The Good Daughter. They are drawn to stories of resilience, uncovering family secrets, and exploring Iranian-American identity.
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Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
Iran • 1950s
2011
Adult
18+ years
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