This was such an inspiring read. Lottie’s journey left me truly moved — not only by what she accomplished with the opportunities she had, but by how she actively created those opportunities for herself. Her resilience and drive are incredibly empowering. What touched me most, though, was the way she wrote about grief. It made me feel less alone in my own experiences, and I’m so grateful for that. The deep bond between her and her family, especially the siblings, was beautifully portrayed and added so much warmth and heart to the story. I’m genuinely a massive fan — this book will stay with me for a long time.
The ethics of rating someone’s memoires are debatable, but for the raw honesty of this book alone, I would easily give it five stars. It may not be the handbook on dealing with grief that some expected based on the way it was advertised, but its power lies in the unfiltered ups and downs, grief and joy, and the attitudes Lottie chooses, and how those choices shape her life. It was such a pleasant, grounding read. When I finished it, my first thought was: I’m lucky to own a physical copy, because this is a book I’ll want to return to again and again.
“I’m really excited for what’s next… and feeling so lucky.”