I’m back again with another review of an awesome book on tour with WOW! Women on Writing. This time it’s My Unfurling by Lisa May Bennett.
Before I share my thoughts about the book, here’s more about it:
Wicked hangovers. Scary blackouts. Ugly fights with friends. The results of binge drinking weigh heavily on Lisa May Bennett. She tries repeatedly to savor “just a few” glasses of wine—only to find herself passed out on the couch again.
Lisa has a bucket list full of exciting adventures with zero check marks next to them. Her anxiety and self-doubt are crying out for real solutions, not more booze. And her dream of becoming a published writer is fading away. She worries that her love of a good buzz will keep her stuck in this rut. Can she take charge of her life, or is she headed for a disastrous rock bottom?
This touching and funny memoir explores the childhood experiences that paved the way for Lisa’s drinking habit. She examines her complicated relationship with her mother, her experiences as a late bloomer, and her ongoing search for validation. In an engaging and relatable voice, the author shares how she began to “unfurl” without alcohol holding her back. But will she stay sober and discover how to truly thrive?
Anyone wondering if they’ll ever burst out and follow their dreams will find My Unfurling compelling and hopeful.
My Review
What I enjoyed the most about this memoir is Lisa May Bennett’s raw honesty throughout. She’s candid about her journey and relationship with alcohol. I was so intrigued by her experiences of being a late-bloomer, which was something I can personally relate to. I love how it felt like she was just like you and I. Seeing her face her drinking problems and progress into healing was a rewarding experience. Even if you aren’t pursuing sobriety, this is a must-read memoir to add to your reading list.
Purchase a copy of My Unfurling on Amazon, Barnes and Noble, or Bookshop.org. You can also add this to your GoodReads reading list.
Sounds like quite a read.