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A review by albernikolauras
Somebody's Daughter by Ashley C. Ford
emotional
informative
reflective
slow-paced
4.0
A touching memoir about Ashley C. Ford's childhood and complex (and abusive at times) relationship with her mother and the absence left behind by her incarcerated father. Other than the many glowing reviews that came with this book, I was also interested in this book due to Ashley C. Ford growing up in Fort Wayne - a location I know well enough now.
Ashley C. Ford is a tremendous writer, and this memoir is written almost in flashes of memories and reflections. It's a true glimpse into her life, through the highs and lows and the waves of emotions she experienced between. The book is bookended by interactions with her father, who is a presence in the story despite not being present throughout her childhood. I highly recommend.
Ashley C. Ford is a tremendous writer, and this memoir is written almost in flashes of memories and reflections. It's a true glimpse into her life, through the highs and lows and the waves of emotions she experienced between. The book is bookended by interactions with her father, who is a presence in the story despite not being present throughout her childhood. I highly recommend.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child abuse, Stalking, Rape, Racism, and Physical abuse