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8 Memoirs That Are As Thrilling As Fiction

Here are eight memoirs that are as thrilling as fiction: "Educated" by Tara Westover, detailing her escape from a strict upbringing; "The Glass Castle" by Jeannette Walls, depicting a turbulent childhood with eccentric parents; "When Breath Becomes Air" by Paul Kalanithi, offering profound insights on life and death from a terminally ill neurosurgeon; "Becoming" by Michelle Obama, sharing her inspiring journey from Chicago to the White House; "Wild" by Cheryl Strayed, chronicling her transformative hike on the Pacific Crest Trail; "Into the Wild" by Jon Krakauer, recounting Christopher McCandless’s ill-fated adventure in Alaska; "The Liars' Club" by Mary Karr, providing a darkly humorous look at a chaotic upbringing; and "The Tattooist of Auschwitz" by Heather Morris, telling a poignant love story set in a Holocaust concentration camp. Each memoir is a gripping and emotionally powerful read.

 

Sep 11, 2024, 13:17 PM IST

The Best Books of 2024: A Reading List for Every Genre

In 2024, a diverse array of captivating books awaits readers across genres like fiction, mystery, sci-fi, fantasy, and non-fiction. Top picks include "The Echoes of Time," "The Silent Witness," and "Galactic Tides."

Jul 16, 2024, 16:28 PM IST