Z’s Reads

Book Review - I’m Glad My Mom Died by Jennette McCurdy

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This book was BRUTAL. While the title of this memoir is dark and intentionally shocking, it is nothing compared to the stories of child abuse, manipulation, eating disorders and dysfunctional relationships Jennette McCurdy details throughout each chapter. From tales of a distant father and over-present mother, to a boyfriend that may-or-may-not be Jesus reincarnated, this memoir covers everything from Jennette’s younger years, all the way up until she left the acting scene. When I say she covers everything detail, I mean EVERY detail. This memoir is not for the prudish or feint of heart. My only slight nit-pick is that I felt the ending was quite abrupt and almost seemed an odd place to leave off, however I would still recommend this book to anyone that’s had even the slightest interest in picking it up (provided you have a relatively strong stomach). One hell of a memoir and Jennette is clearly one hell of a writer too, and I hope this isn’t the last thing we ever see her publish!

(And more importantly I hope you’re doing well Nette babes cus YIKES)