Helpful Score: 4
This was an AMAZING memoir, so incredible in fact that it is one of a few books on my keeper shelf. Its an amazing story of overcoming street life and addiction.
Helpful Score: 3
This was pretty good. A little disturbing, of course - makes me be very afraid for those kids who do run away from home. I wish the book had had a better editor, a few things seemed to lose their thought or cohesiveness. I hope there is a follow up book, a definite "will read" if so. I will admit, that while I started out feeling sorry for Janice, somewhere in the middle I didn't anymore, I'm sure her life is much different now, but let's face it - at 17/18 we all know everything and she was no different. I wanted to reach through the pages and smack the heck out of her. *laugh* I wonder if she wants to smack herself at 18? Gah, I know I want to rewind and smack myself around too ;)
Helpful Score: 2
I love the way Erlbaum writes, totally engrossing, and propelled me back to those teenage years where everything seemed so dramatic. The story is in sync with those kinds of circles: drugs, casual sex, etc. While cover reviews cite the spirit of Basketball Diaries and Girl, Interrupted, I definitely got a KIDS vibe. It's really more a combination of all that and then some.
One of my favorites this year!
One of my favorites this year!
Helpful Score: 2
Very well written book. Quick read. I liked the story of this young woman in the 1980's who left home to live in shelters to escape a sad home situation. The writer is not exactly a role model for young women,but her story is very compelling.
Helpful Score: 2
WOW- I loved it- read it in one sitting- The author has overcome sooo much
