A review by itsaboutthebooks
The Many Lives of Mama Love: A Memoir of Lying, Stealing, Writing, and Healing by Lara Love Hardin

3.75

I have always had mixed feelings when I read a memoir or autobiographical novel.  Things often feel convenient and predictable, and I am sure a certain amount of embellishment takes place (that's why I prefer biographical novels; yes this still occurs, but I do not feel as much.). That is not to take away from the fact that The Many Lives of Mama Love was an interesting story of redemption, whilst sharing personal accounts of the devastating effects of drugs and addiction.  And because I am biased with my love of books, I also took out of this book,  the transformative power of reading and writing books.   Lara Love Hardin's experience with writing was evident on every page, which made reading an engaging experience.