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'Understanding the Borderline Mother' by Christine Ann Lawson delves into the complex dynamics of relationships with individuals suffering from Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). Through the lens of various archetypes such as the Queen, Witch, and Waif, the author explores the intense and unpredictable behaviors exhibited by individuals with BPD. Readers found the book to be a validating and insightful read, shedding light on the lifetime of abuse and damage that can result from growing up in a BPD household. The writing style, which incorporates fairytales and personal anecdotes, offers a unique perspective on understanding and empathizing with those affected by BPD.
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Save:A beautifully written, heart-wrenching love story with a unique twist. If you enjoy bittersweet, thoughtful reads, this one’s a must, but be sure to have tissues ready!
We’re gathered in the fug of Dad’s steamed-up kitchen, preparing Sunday lunch. My niece Amber is thundering through the house in a dinosaur costume, which, due to its impressive tail, has reduced her... - #3
Save:A raw, sometimes messy, but incredibly authentic memoir that sheds much-needed light on the complexities of addiction. Not an easy or pretty read, but a powerful one for those looking to truly understand what addiction does to a person and those around them.
I’d heard rumors about what happened to Lauren. I mean, I never even knew her that well but we’d sort of hung out a few times in high school. Actually, I was sleeping with her for about two weeks. She... A haunting, beautifully written wartime tale that’s as much about love as the deep scars of war - poignant, powerful, and definitely not for the faint of heart.
DEATH smelled different in Russia than in Africa. In Africa, under heavy English fire, the corpses between the lines had often lain unburied for a long time, too; but the sun had worked fast. At night...- #5
Save:A powerful, compassionate, sometimes gut-wrenching novel about ALS, family, and the complicated path to forgiveness. Emotional and educational - bring tissues!
If Karina had grown up fifteen kilometers down the road in either direction north or south, in Gliwice or Bytom instead of Zabrze, her whole life would be different. Even as a child, she never doubted... - #6
Save:A clever, grown-up rom-com that doubles as a love letter to late-night comedy - with just the right amount of angst, banter, and heart. Try it if you want a romance that’s thoughtful and a little off the beaten path.
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Save:'Driven to Distraction: Recognizing and Coping with Attention Deficit Disorder from Childhood Through Adulthood' by Edward M. Hallowell delves into the world of individuals living with ADD, offering a comprehensive look at the struggles, diagnosis, treatment, and management of the disorder. Through engaging case studies and personal experiences, the author provides insights into the challenges faced by those with ADD, while also shedding light on the impact it has on relationships, work, and daily life. Hallowell's writing style seamlessly weaves together patient stories, scientific explanations, and practical advice, making the book both informative and relatable for readers seeking to understand and cope with ADD.
Leading up to the publication of the first edition of Driven to Distraction in 1994, I remember a conversation I had with Jonathan Galassi, now the man in charge of the New York publishing house Farra... - #8
Save:Lady Emmaline Fitzhugh has been engaged to the Marquess of Drake since she was 5 and he was 13. Drake returns from war with post-traumatic stress disorder, struggling with his betrothal to Emmaline. The story follows their complicated relationship, with Emmaline determined to make Drake honor their betrothal or release her, all while dealing with family troubles, social expectations, and the effects of war.
Two elegant phaetons barreled along Oxford Street, bearing down on an old woman peddling her goods. The merchant paled and tried to shove her cart up on the pavement. It tipped, swayed, and then caree... - #9
Save:A compulsively readable but controversial cautionary tale - powerful for its raw emotion, but best read knowing it’s more fiction than fact.
Yesterday I remember thinking I was the happiest person in the whole earth, in the whole galaxy, in all of God’s creation. Could that only have been yesterday or was it endless light-years ago? I was... - #10
Save:A deeply affecting, genuinely empathetic YA novel that faces hard truths about mental health and recovery - challenging, but definitely worth reading for its realness and heart.
Dreams, no dreams, more dreams. On August 2, a Friday a few weeks after my seventeenth birthday, a little less than a year after I took a bullet in the head, I finally got to go home. Dreams. Good old...
