Where Am I Now?: True Stories of Girlhood and Accidental Fame, (Paperback)

from MandaTheStrange

When I was a wee one, I loved all of the Mara's films everytime I saw her face on the screen it was like seeing an old friend. As a grown-up reading Mara's book made me feel as if I was connecting with that special old friend again. Mara is someone I can very much relate to, especially her phobia...

from alanna1122

I wanted to like this memoir more than I did. I have to wonder if it was the fault more of the editor than of the author herself. Despite the fact that we go over and over the author's creative credentials, writing, storytelling etc - this book reads like a transcribed oral history. The chapters ...

from bookworm12

This memoir was honest and vulnerable, but the essays felt disjointed to me. She'd talk about her mother's death and then a few minutes later she moved on to talking on skype with her sister.

from bookbrig

The audiobook was great. My favorite bit was far and away the section about filming Matilda, but the whole book was interesting. As someone who doesn't love stories about awkward situations, it got a little cringeworthy at times, but I think for people who don't mind awkward it would be perfect. ...

from ASKelmore

I cannot believe I failed to pre-order this book. I follow Ms. Wilson on Twitter and knew the book was coming out this week. I've been very excited to read it because I know she is a great storyteller and writer. I figured it would be insightful and entertaining, and even though my to-be-read pil...