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The Rural Diaries: Love, Livestock, and Big Life Lessons Down on Mischief Farm by Hilarie Burton Morgan
11 reviews
eleyden's review against another edition
emotional
informative
reflective
fast-paced
4.5
It took me a bit to get into this book which I was surprised about considering how much I adore OTH. It’s different than what I expected and she truly is a farm girl and discusses that part of her life in death.
I loved learning about Samuels and her work with the Astor Foundation - definitely my favorite stories in the book.
Her recounting of her infertility struggles hit home for me and she articulated very well feelings I have had.
An excellent read into her life after OTH and deeply dives into her relationship with Jeffrey. I appreciated her honesty that relationships are difficult and life isn’t easy for anyone, celebrity or not.
I loved learning about Samuels and her work with the Astor Foundation - definitely my favorite stories in the book.
Her recounting of her infertility struggles hit home for me and she articulated very well feelings I have had.
An excellent read into her life after OTH and deeply dives into her relationship with Jeffrey. I appreciated her honesty that relationships are difficult and life isn’t easy for anyone, celebrity or not.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death and Animal death
Moderate: Miscarriage
Minor: Toxic relationship
cdace8's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
5.0
I am not sure exactly what it was about this book but I truly loved it! It brought me joy, sadness, and peace, sometimes all at the same time. I truly can't put my finger on it but it is one of the best memoire books! It was like if you could read the best hug you have ever been given. Hilarie is a great storyteller.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Miscarriage
Moderate: Pregnancy
Minor: Animal death, Infertility, Grief, and Death
jackieyvette's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
sad
medium-paced
5.0
Okay, so. It took me about a month to finish this book and not because it dragged, but because I struggled to find the time to read through this without breaking down every 10 pages.
It may just be that I’m a big fan of Hilarie from the first time I watched OTH when I was 13, but the connection I felt to her words was astronomical even though we pretty much have nothing in common. Her writing voice is very similar to her talking voice (I listen to her podcast) and that is also something I love about this book. She makes me want to go out and buy a farm with all of the imaginary money I have.
This does cover some heavy topics and some may be triggering, so I would recommend reading the TWs.
Crying score: Oh yes. Yes, yes and yes again.
It may just be that I’m a big fan of Hilarie from the first time I watched OTH when I was 13, but the connection I felt to her words was astronomical even though we pretty much have nothing in common. Her writing voice is very similar to her talking voice (I listen to her podcast) and that is also something I love about this book. She makes me want to go out and buy a farm with all of the imaginary money I have.
This does cover some heavy topics and some may be triggering, so I would recommend reading the TWs.
Crying score: Oh yes. Yes, yes and yes again.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child death, Grief, Miscarriage, Pregnancy, and Death
cwinningham's review against another edition
5.0
Such a fun audiobook. Narrated by the author herself so you could feel along with her as she spoke of the all the highs and lows. I felt like I was there with her through it all.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Miscarriage, Infertility, and Death
kelly_e's review against another edition
emotional
funny
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
4.75
Title: The Rural Diaries: Love, Livestock, and the Big Life Lessons Down on Mischief Farm
Author: Hilarie Burton Morgan
Genre: Memoir
Rating: 4.75
Pub Date: May 5, 2020
T H R E E • W O R D S
Vulnerable • Enlightening • Wholesome
📖 S Y N O P S I S
Hilarie Burton Morgan's time in New York and Los Angeles offered a very comfortable life, yet it didn't fulfill her spiritually or emotionally. Following the birth of their son, Hilarie and her husband, Jeffrey Dean Morgan, left Hollywood, moving to rural New York in pursuit of a radically different lifestyle. It is here where they would eventually buy a farm, and start a completely different chapter of their lives.
In The Rural Diaries she chronicles the transition to country living, farm life, gardening, home renovation, entrepreneurship, motherhood, and marriage. It is a captivating story of self-discovery, honouring oneself, and embracing an unconventional journey.
💭 T H O U G H T S
I first became a fan of Hilarie as Payton on the popular 00s TV series One Tree Hill. I had seen and read snippets of her departure from Hollywood in pursuit of a different lifestly, but when I learned she'd written a memoir, I knew I had to pick it up.
And let me just say this is an incredible memoir! Hilarie certainly has a way with words, and is a phenomenal storyteller. I was so glad the audiobook was narrated by her, as it just added to the whole experience. I was impressed how she details both the triumphs and the tribulations of her journey with humour, sincerity and complete honesty. It is what makes this memoir so relatable.
Upon finishing, I desperately wanted to take a tour of her off the beaten path, small rural town. It just felt like an inviting and wonderful place to settle and thrive. As someone who grew up on a farm, there is just something about getting away from the hustle and bustle, and I truly felt that in this book.
The Rural Diaries is one of my favourite celebrity memoirs I've ever read. It simply felt like catching up with an old friend over coffee. I loved the message of finding what lights our soul on fire and living authentically, and of taking the road less travelled to honour our own well-being. I came away with a greater appreciation of her as a person, and would highly recommend tandem reading with the audio for an enhanced experience.
📚 R E C O M M E N D • T O
• audiobook lovers
• fans of memoirs
• readers who enjoy the 'simple' life
🔖 F A V O U R I T E • Q U O T E S
"Love is like farm work. It requires consistency, and imagination. Your body will ache and you will be fatigued, but there is no greater reward than seeing the fruits of your labor."
"Try. The want-to creates the how-to. And if all else fails, just fake it. But for God's sake, at least try."
"For every death, there is a birth. For every winter, there is a summer. And as things bloom and grow and live here, we are constantly reminded what a gift it is to put our hands in the direct and connect with the land and ach other through Mischief Farm."
Author: Hilarie Burton Morgan
Genre: Memoir
Rating: 4.75
Pub Date: May 5, 2020
T H R E E • W O R D S
Vulnerable • Enlightening • Wholesome
📖 S Y N O P S I S
Hilarie Burton Morgan's time in New York and Los Angeles offered a very comfortable life, yet it didn't fulfill her spiritually or emotionally. Following the birth of their son, Hilarie and her husband, Jeffrey Dean Morgan, left Hollywood, moving to rural New York in pursuit of a radically different lifestyle. It is here where they would eventually buy a farm, and start a completely different chapter of their lives.
In The Rural Diaries she chronicles the transition to country living, farm life, gardening, home renovation, entrepreneurship, motherhood, and marriage. It is a captivating story of self-discovery, honouring oneself, and embracing an unconventional journey.
💭 T H O U G H T S
I first became a fan of Hilarie as Payton on the popular 00s TV series One Tree Hill. I had seen and read snippets of her departure from Hollywood in pursuit of a different lifestly, but when I learned she'd written a memoir, I knew I had to pick it up.
And let me just say this is an incredible memoir! Hilarie certainly has a way with words, and is a phenomenal storyteller. I was so glad the audiobook was narrated by her, as it just added to the whole experience. I was impressed how she details both the triumphs and the tribulations of her journey with humour, sincerity and complete honesty. It is what makes this memoir so relatable.
Upon finishing, I desperately wanted to take a tour of her off the beaten path, small rural town. It just felt like an inviting and wonderful place to settle and thrive. As someone who grew up on a farm, there is just something about getting away from the hustle and bustle, and I truly felt that in this book.
The Rural Diaries is one of my favourite celebrity memoirs I've ever read. It simply felt like catching up with an old friend over coffee. I loved the message of finding what lights our soul on fire and living authentically, and of taking the road less travelled to honour our own well-being. I came away with a greater appreciation of her as a person, and would highly recommend tandem reading with the audio for an enhanced experience.
📚 R E C O M M E N D • T O
• audiobook lovers
• fans of memoirs
• readers who enjoy the 'simple' life
🔖 F A V O U R I T E • Q U O T E S
"Love is like farm work. It requires consistency, and imagination. Your body will ache and you will be fatigued, but there is no greater reward than seeing the fruits of your labor."
"Try. The want-to creates the how-to. And if all else fails, just fake it. But for God's sake, at least try."
"For every death, there is a birth. For every winter, there is a summer. And as things bloom and grow and live here, we are constantly reminded what a gift it is to put our hands in the direct and connect with the land and ach other through Mischief Farm."
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood, Infertility, Miscarriage, and Pregnancy
Moderate: Death, Sexism, Grief, Sexual assault, and Sexual harassment
Minor: Animal death
stephsbooktalk's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
sad
fast-paced
Audiobook: I wasn't sure what to expect after listening/reading this book. I had very limited knowledge of Hilarie Burton besides her being a TRL VJ and actress. I do have a vivid memory of watching her get picked to be on TRL and just to see her growth from that to being on "One Tree Hill".
I'll be honest, I probably would not have read this if it wasn't for needing a book from a prompt of one that took place on a farm. And wow I should have read it sooner.
I cried twice while listening to this. It was an emotional last few days and listening to Hilarie talk about her miscarriage and journey to having her children just hit me in the feels. As a woman and as a woman who has infertility issues with multiple miscarriages, it just made me emotional.
I love hearing her relationship with her husband and how it began and their struggles as a couple with both being actors and traveling. It was also so fun to hear about their relationship with this small community in NY and I now want to travel to visit this city and see their candy shop that they own.
This was just such a beautiful book and I am really glad I had that prompt to give me that push to read it.
**I will not be rating memoirs as this is someone's life story that they are sharing.**
I'll be honest, I probably would not have read this if it wasn't for needing a book from a prompt of one that took place on a farm. And wow I should have read it sooner.
I cried twice while listening to this. It was an emotional last few days and listening to Hilarie talk about her miscarriage and journey to having her children just hit me in the feels. As a woman and as a woman who has infertility issues with multiple miscarriages, it just made me emotional.
I love hearing her relationship with her husband and how it began and their struggles as a couple with both being actors and traveling. It was also so fun to hear about their relationship with this small community in NY and I now want to travel to visit this city and see their candy shop that they own.
This was just such a beautiful book and I am really glad I had that prompt to give me that push to read it.
**I will not be rating memoirs as this is someone's life story that they are sharing.**
Content Warnings
Graphic: Miscarriage
Moderate: Death, Infertility, and Sexual assault
colleenkelly's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
4.75
Content Warnings
Moderate: Miscarriage
Minor: Death and Sexual assault
brittanyisbooked's review against another edition
hopeful
inspiring
sad
fast-paced
I won’t be rating this book because it ended up too personal for me. I don’t like my ratings to be clouded by emotion.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Miscarriage and Pregnancy
Minor: Death and Sexual harassment
luelle_'s review against another edition
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
5.0
I love this book so much. I'm going to need yearly Rural Diaries publications, please. More more more.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Infertility and Miscarriage
Moderate: Death, Grief, and Sexual assault
thenovelbookshelf's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
4.5
A beautiful love letter about a cabin, a farm, her nearest and dearest, and a sweet shop.
Focusing mainly on her time after One Tree Hill, Hilarie shares the ups, downs and twisty bits of her life, allowing the reader to cheer and be saddened throughout this very easy to read memoir.
Focusing mainly on her time after One Tree Hill, Hilarie shares the ups, downs and twisty bits of her life, allowing the reader to cheer and be saddened throughout this very easy to read memoir.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Miscarriage and Grief
Minor: Death