Wow. Just wow. “I’m Glad My Mom Died” by Jeannette McCurdy is a powerful and gut-wrenching memoir that grabs you by the heartstrings and doesn’t let go. It’s a rollercoaster of emotions, blending heartbreak and humor in a way that leaves you breathless.

McCurdy’s courage in sharing her story is nothing short of astounding. From the very first page, you’re drawn into her world, feeling every twist and turn of her journey. It’s a story of pain, yes, but also of triumph and resilience in the face of unimaginable adversity.

As I read, I found myself making all sorts of faces while reading this—shock, sadness, disbelief, and even laughter. The way McCurdy lays bare the toxic relationship with her mother, the struggles with her own self-worth, and the bizarre dynamics of her early fame is both heartbreaking and captivating.

The honesty and vulnerability with which McCurdy recounts her experiences are truly commendable. She sugarcoats nothing, and that rawness makes this memoir so powerful. It’s a reminder that behind the glitz and glamour of Hollywood, there are real people with genuine struggles.

But amidst the darkness, there are moments of light and hope. McCurdy’s journey towards healing and self-discovery is inspiring, and her resilience shines through on every page.

“I’m Glad My Mom Died” is not an easy read, but it’s an important one. It’s a reminder that no matter how dark life may seem, there is always hope for a brighter tomorrow. Jeannette McCurdy’s story is a testament to the strength of the human spirit, and I am so grateful that she had the courage to share it with the world.

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modernmedea's review against another edition

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emotional funny informative fast-paced

3.5

alexandra_dillard's review

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challenging dark emotional informative reflective medium-paced

4.0

thinkinboutdogs's review against another edition

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challenging emotional funny reflective sad tense medium-paced

4.5

zaiii_'s review

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challenging reflective tense

4.0

beeeenerys's review against another edition

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dark funny reflective fast-paced

4.75

Listened to the audiobook and got through it all during a single shift, I swear if a guest saw the faces I was making they'd think I was insane.

This is dark, really dark but funny and sincere and my heart goes out to McCurdy for sharing this and for having the courage to narrate the audiobook.

I got to experience this after Quiet On Set was released, so if you're reading the book for McCurdy's story working at Nick then you might be a bit disappointed.

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challenging emotional hopeful inspiring fast-paced

4.5

Incredible, raw, and very sad at times. I am horrified that no adults in Jennette’s life stood up for her the way she needed them to. She’s an excellent author and I loved the way her prose changed over the length of the book. Getting more mature and complex as she ages in the story.

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