A review by lucybbookstuff
The House of My Mother by Shari Franke

dark emotional hopeful sad fast-paced

4.25

This is a very beautiful memoir by a young woman who more than deserves to tell her own story. It's definitely more a recounting of events to set the record straight than a display of literary mastery or a deep exploration of any concepts. Which is 100% fine. I'm just glad Shari is reclaiming the narrative around her family's very public turmoil, and now she can live in peace and keep the rest of her life for herself.

This audiobook was extremely bingeable. Quick, snappy chapters and a very straightforward narrative. Definitely recommend for memoir lovers and true crime enthusiasts (though please go in with respect and care).

I will say, it makes me kind of uncomfortable that despite everything, including her seeming understanding of the part it played, Shari is still a faithful member of the LDS church. Far be it from me to criticize her for what brings light and joy into her life after so much pain. But I do find that choice kind of at odds with reality.