I just finished reading a memoir by Edie Wadsworth called All the Pretty Things.
Edie is a medical doctor by trade who left the profession to homeschool her children, and began her own business as a Christian life coach.
I began reading her blog over ten years ago, but then stopped for many years. Recently I started listening to her podcast House of Joy. I’ve learned a lot from her teachings, and highly recommend checking her out.
I remember when she was writing her memoir, but had never read it. I ordered it through my new favorite book site, Thrift Books. I’ve ordered several books at rock bottom prices from this site, and one of the books I received was even a signed copy!
I must say I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. Edie had an early upbringing similar to the one JD Vance had in Hillbilly Elegy. It’s remarkable all that she has achieved, and the impact she has made in the lives of those she touches.
Edie’s writing style is quite good, and although her life was not easy her story is a story of redemption. Her journey in her Christian faith has been has played a pivotal role in her life, and her insight is helpful to many.
I’ve decided that my curious, dare I say nosy, nature makes the genre of memoir right up my alley. I’m going to make a point to read more.
Have you read any good memoirs?
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