Only when she listens to an interview on the radio and criticizes herself for an insignificant flub do we realize that she’s just been nominated by the President as the U.S. American Daughter, however, is ultimately about the deep-seated human longing to be found and to be known for who we truly are. But in searching for her mother, Kendall finds that she had interests outside her large family and was a significant civil rights activist in St. Louis, Missouri, where she was part of the upper class white elite. American Daughter › Customer reviews; Customer reviews.
Copyright © Fandango. It may be surprising to describe a story of homelessness, child abuse, and mental illness as uplifting, but Plymale’s open and thoughtful consideration of her life story gives hope to those who have struggled through adversity. She does not shy from describing those challenges, creating a sense of profound empathy for both her and, shockingly, for the mother who was the catalyst for so much suffering. But then again, within minutes, I would be crying again as my heart filled with empathy and love as my emotions shifted to feeling so badly for this woman, the mother, who battled a lifetime of mental illness. Get the freshest reviews, news, and more delivered right to your inbox! Emotional. You will not be able to put this book down.“American Daughter is a riveting true story about a remarkable woman who has overcome incredible adversity. Even in spite of mistakes, which are surely universal. Pride Kendall tells her personal and family story, intermingled with social and political history of the American 1950's and '60's, from the time she was born in 1947, until April 3, 1969, when, on the way to a spring vacation on the Gulf coast of Alabama, her mother was the only fatality in a car accident in which Kendall herself was the driver (She and her three brothers and a sister were all injured, but survived.). 3. This book was so beautifully written despite a life full of tragedies, mental illness, homelessness, sexual abuse, despair and much more.
The author, Stephanie Plymale is a product of transgenerational trauma and as her story unfolds the reader feels like they are walking in her shoes. A MUST read!”“I’m a sucker for history, psychology, ancestry and a human’s ability to overcome insurmountable odds. Her journey to uncover the truths of her past will stick with you for years to come.” “Stephanie’s memoir is a captivating true story that will keep you on the edge of your seat and leave you feeling inspired. From the first till the last page I was captivated and spellbound and could not put the book down. It will leave you shaken and speechless, yet encouraged and hopeful that such a traumatic young life could blossom into one so giving and blessed.” “American Daughter brings fierce legitimacy to the longstanding quote by Maclaren, “Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle.” Stephanie’s memoir unfurls generational layers fraught with trauma, addiction and dysfunction that will have its readers at the grip of the gamut of their own human emotions. The definitive site for Reviews, Trailers, Showtimes, and Tickets Get the freshest reviews, news, and more delivered right to your inbox! Disabling it will result in some disabled or missing features. When she looks at her accomplishments in deep relationships and a powerful career, she asks the poignant question, ‘Why am I the resilient one?’ Her siblings all have landed in seemingly inescapable holes. Her unending quest for understanding her heritage is magical, and her determination and perseverance to bring meaning and hope to others leaves you in awe.
Where was the outrage? There’s so much to learn from her journey of creating a successful life and in learning to forgive those that created us.” “A fascinating memoir, American Daughter will challenge your preconceptions and inspire you to examine your own family lineage.