Moonlight On Linoleum: A Daughter's Memoir (2011) - Plot & Excerpts
I love stories about personal struggles of childhood. This is written by a woman who had to care for her 4 younger sisters while dealing with an unstable mother, and fathers (Yes, 'fathers') who had to move a lot with their jobs. She was never in the same school for more than one year. Often she was left with grandparents for long periods of time. This story reminded me of The Glass Castle. Each chapter starts with a real life photo of the family members at the point in time for which she is sharing. Lovely and inspiring. WOW. A powerful story of hurt and hope and healing. A fascinating coming of age novel and memoir. Terry Helwig's story begins in Iowa, where she and her sister live with their biological father and teenage mother. Their mother eventually abandons them and leaves them with their father and his parents. Later, she comes back and takes them to Texas to live with her new husband- the man they would come to think of as Daddy. Two girls eventually become six as they travel from town to town in Texas, Colorado, and eventually California following their step-father's job. Living with their mothers dependence on pain pills and numerous infidelities, the sisters become self-sufficient and band together to survive. Their story is sad at times, heart warming at times, and always hopeful. I truly enjoyed this book.Read this book of...*you enjoy memoirs*you love stories that take place in the 1960,s*you love stories of family*you love stories about sisters
What do You think about Moonlight On Linoleum: A Daughter's Memoir (2011)?
One of my favorite books is,GlassCastle. This was the same type of book.
—lauren
This is an amazing story which involves a strong family of siblings.
—Pbelton
This was a really nice story. A love story.
—kanisha
Excellent. A must read for all daughters!
—mcmahondancer100
