emgusk 's review for:

Where Am I Now? True Stories of Girlhood and Accidental Fame by Mara Wilson

3.0

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3.5 stars really. Picked this up at the library and thought it would be interesting; it was. Nothing earth shattering, but a well-written memoir by someone roughly my age who had quite a different life experience as a child star, but still a relatively normal family life and childhood. She is likable, layered and I think writing this book probably was a healthy exercise for her. Her young crushes and experiences with boys seem to have had a greater impact on her life today than mine. Her mom's cancer diagnosis really hit home and was the most moving part of the memoir for me. It's likely a great read for people who experience anxiety, OCD, or want to learn more about the personal experiences of those with these conditions.