Her Last Death: A Memoir by Susanna Sonnenberg Summary and Reviews
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Book Reviews of Her Last Death: A Memoir
Book Review: not what i expected
Summary: 2 Stars
Wish I had read some reader reviews prior to my purchase. The subject interested me, the beginning chapters drew me in. However, the emphasis on descriptive sex was repetetive as well as disturbing. The repetition of these scenarios with unending details didn't have a purpose. Mid-way through the book, I considered throwing it out. I was content with the beginning and the ending.
Unsatisfying overall. There are some good things here, but it got drowned out by alot of sex. Maybe that was the point.
Book Review: Complete Self Absorption
Summary: 2 Stars
I was pretty disappointed by this book. It's not that the writing is bad, actually it's technically quite good, it is the story that I had no interest in whatsoever. It's interesting to me that the author is so completely opposed to her mother, but gives her father a free pass for almost the same type of behavior. In addition, I got very tired of reading about this spoiled, narcistic, self-absorbed, morally bereft, snob. How she found a nice husband to marry her is beyond me.Book Review: Not what I expected..
Summary: 3 Stars
addiction, dysfunction.. etc.. This wasn't what I had hoped for.. but she is a good author... I would probably check her out in the future.. Not my fav .. just okay
Book Review: Truly Disappointed
Summary: 2 Stars
I love to read memoirs...I have a controlling mother so of course I rushed out and bought this book. I even convinced a friend of mine to go out and buy the book. I was truly fascinated with the trials and tribulations of Susanna Sonnenberg's life. However, I can't describe my disappointment at the abrupt ending to this very detailed book. I felt like everything came to a screeching halt and I was left hanging. Have no expectations and it is a good read. Book Review: Almost Unbelievable
Summary: 3 Stars
It took me a couple of chapters before I really "got into" this book. The memoir was a very honest account of Ms. Sonnenberg's life growing up. It was difficult for the reader to relate to a mother who was both charming, and a total liar to her children, and everyone around her. What an accomplishment to rise above this and strive for independence , and a normal life. She certainly gets my vote for a real survivor! Very well written.