Finding Fish: A Memoir by Antwone Q. Fisher, Mim E. Rivas Summary and Reviews
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Book Reviews of Finding Fish: A Memoir
Book Review: A beautifully written and inspiring story
Summary: 5 Stars
The story of Antwone Fisher, who survived foster homes, abuse and homelessness to become one of Hollywoods top screen writers, is as inspiring as it is beautifully written. This story will serve as a beacon to those who feel that the obstacles in their path are too great and too many to surpass. This book delivers hope.Book Review: Gritty and real
Summary: 4 Stars
I haven't finished "Finding Fish" yet (I'm about three-quarters of the way through), but I was compelled to write this review anyway. I am an avid fan of memoirs, and "Finding Fish" is the most indescribably sad books I've ever read. Antwone Fisher's hardscrabble life, so lacking in the simple pleasures and creature comforts such as love and affection, is almost painful to read; as you turn the page you'll find yourself hoping that this will be the paragraph where his life begins to take a turn for the better. What you get instead is continuous accounts of cruel, heartless treatment which starts from the time Antwone is a toddler and last into his young adulthood. Fisher recounts his life story with the same emotional detachment that must have been necessary for him to survive his childhood surroundings, but as you get further into the story you realize that he doesn't need to "dress up" is words. The power of his pain does not need embellishment. Be prepared to cry as you read this book, but also be prepared to feel joy for and pride in Fisher for struggling through, perserving, and ultimately finding success. This story will make you take stock of your own life and feel grateful.
Book Review: The best autobiography by far!
Summary: 5 Stars
I've read many books, but this one really connected with me. I was laughing, crying, and really feeling for Antwone throughout this book. His treatment by the Picketts was unbelievable. I was so shocked that I could not put this book down. It's wonderful to see that good can come from bad with the right determination. I'm a bit upset that the upcoming movie will not focus on his childhood but his life in the Navy. This would be a powerful movie, much like "There are no Children Here," with Oprah if they did it that way. In conclusion, thank you Mr. Fisher for this wonderful book. I must read it again soon.Book Review: A Must-Read for Teachers, Parents and Social Workers
Summary: 5 Stars
This emotional odyssey kept me in tears from start to finish. As a teacher, it was especially meaningful to read a story of an orphan alone in the world whose life was so positively impacted by the public school teachers and child welfare case workers who took the time to send him a message of worthiness. The great success he has achieved should remind all parents that the self-esteem we nurture in all children can last them throughout their lives.Book Review: Looovvvvveeeeeed iiiiiiitttt!
Summary: 5 Stars
This was a wonderfully written memoir I really felt like I connected with Mr. Fisher in this book.