The Kiss
The Kiss
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 1998
Book Brief
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Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
United States • 1970s
1998
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Kiss by Kathryn Harrison is a memoir recounting the complex and tumultuous relationship between a person and her estranged father, exploring themes of familial bonds, trauma, and forbidden love. This autobiographical narrative delves into the psychological and emotional impacts of their relationship, offering a candid examination of personal and familial dynamics.
Dark
Unnerving
Emotional
Mysterious
Contemplative
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Kiss by Kathryn Harrison is a memoir that captivates readers with lyrical prose and unapologetic honesty. Positive reviews commend its courage and emotional depth, while critics highlight discomfort with its controversial subject matter. The narrative's power and vulnerability resonate, though its unsettling themes may not appeal to all audiences.
Who Should Read The Kiss?
A reader captivated by intense memoirs exploring taboo and psychological depth, akin to Mary Karr's The Liars' Club or Jeanette Walls' The Glass Castle, would enjoy Kathryn Harrison's The Kiss. They appreciate raw, introspective narratives and confronting complex family dynamics with unflinching honesty.
7,045 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
United States • 1970s
1998
Adult
18+ years
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