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‘The writing is spot-on, Gildiner at her best and funniest describing the palpable happiness of her chaotic childhood…and escapades so incredible that I turned back several times to make sure this really was a memoir.’ Laurie Graham, Daily Mail
‘Singular and wonderful.’ Time Out
‘A memoir of considerable charm.’ Sunday Times
‘This coming-of-age memoir cries out to be read aloud. Gildiner writes as if still a precocious, hyperactive child who knows no boundaries and is forever up to escapades, both comic and tragic…A dizzy, enchanting read.’ Publishing News
‘Charming and funny…the ideal book for escaping into someone else's family if you’ve had enough of your own.’ Sunday Express
Literary Review of Canada
Her writing sparkles on the page and the episodes she recounts have the clarity of ice after a winter storm.
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. Cathy's childhood is so fantastic I had to keep reminding myself that this is a true story. The book is very well written and at times a real page turner. A refreshing change from the more depressing memoirs available.
I would highly recommend this book, just goes to show that a happy childhood can be just as interesting to read about as an unhappy one. Can't wait for the sequel!
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
If you love a good read and are looking for something different, then try this "memoir". Written from the point of view of a super-smart child in 1950's Niagara, we see the world from a different perspective, meet the most engaging and likeable main character and watch her grow. Without a trace of adult cynicism she comes up with her own theories on religion, relationships and why people behave the way they do. Sounds a bit soppy - it's not. Our character has flaws and makes mistakes as she finds her way in the world. It made me smile and it made me laugh out loud - the humour is wonderful. Extremely well written, extremely sharp and funny, wonderfuly unusual.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Smart, funny and sassy that is Cathy and her book is marvellous. My Mom, who is 90, and was brought up in Niagara Falls, has not read a book in 10 years, too much TV! She loved this book and so did I. A different way to treat an ADD child, make her work!Highly reccommended.
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Totally unique, fresh voice
This book was a complete surprise to me. I approach memoirs with hesitation, and I expected the usual account of deprivation or difficulty. Read more
Published 19 days ago by dorls123
reading mum
had never heard of the book or author but bought it as it was chosen by my book club.
very enjoyable read. especially for anyone who has studied in a convent school!
very enjoyable read. especially for anyone who has studied in a convent school!
Published 17 months ago by cross
Brilliant writer
This book took me back in time. My grandmother and a lot of my family are from the Niagara Falls area, although on the Canadian side. Read more
Published on 8 Sep 2008 by Rocknrollmommy
Eccentric and funny
The childhood memoirs of an eccentric young girl growing up in the small town of Niagara in 1950's America. Read more
Published on 17 Aug 2007 by Chelli
Wonderful
I found the first chapter in this book slow-going but the reviews I'd read here kept me going. By the end, I was so enraptured by this little girl, her quirky life and the... Read more
Published on 12 Feb 2007 by P. Bird
Charming
Since the success of Angela's Ashes, childhood memoirs have been bestseller dead certs (think, Dave Peltzer's life as 'It'; think, even, of the Ya Ya Sisterhood). Read more
Published on 6 Oct 2003 by Melissa Blease
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