Diane answers “This is a hard read. I am 53 years old...”

Atheena asked this question about Hillbilly Elegy: A Memoir of a Family and Culture in Crisis:

This is a hard read. I am 53 years old and just finished this book yesterday. I have cried all day yesterday, all night woke with nightmares and am crying now. I know this is for questions. The only question I have is... does it ever get ok?

Diane I can totally relate to your comment. I am 63 years old and just finished the book 30 minutes ago. No nightmares, but lots of tears. I grew up not in …moreI can totally relate to your comment. I am 63 years old and just finished the book 30 minutes ago. No nightmares, but lots of tears. I grew up not in Appalachia, but in the rust belt. I escaped. It is heartbreaking and haunting to go back. (less)

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