Highly recommend the audio version where you can listen to Jennette McCurdy read the book because when her voice cracks, you understand how devastating it is for her to go through it all. And so I adore her even more. I also listened to her podcast after finishing this book, it is worth a try if you're curious about her reflections in current days: the podcast was set up like an intimate monologue that is so therapeutic. As for the book, it's the best autobiography I've read so far. We're so familiar with many celebrities' books that were written by ghost writers.However I'm sure most of us know in this case, it is her who gave this book a voice. Besides repeatedly mentioned her excruciating experiences with acting, Jennette McCurdy's love for writing is also proved by how well-balanced this book is: from her dry humour, blunt tone to short but engaging chapters.

It can be a devastating read yet her resilient spirit is what makes the book win our hearts. The story of her life makes me ache because the path to reclaim her life is still evolving and the scars it left behind will take so much effort to heal. As readers, I feel priviledged that she shows us her vulnerability, take us in to her history and from there, we can also see ourselves mirrored in some parts of what she went through. That is a lot of bravery there. For people with childhood trauma, be prepared to have this book tear you up.