Mar 17, 2025
The Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls is a powerful memoir about resilience and family. Walls shares about her difficult childhood, growing up with her intelligent but alcoholic father and her artistic mother. Despite their love, her parents' choices often left the family hungry and living in poverty. Walls’ storytelling is raw and honest, showing both the pain and the love in her unconventional family. Her journey from a tough childhood to a successful life in New York is inspiring, proving that determination can lead to a better future. This memoir is a moving reminder that even flawed families can still share deep love.