And Now I Spill the Family Secrets: An Illustrated Memoir

And Now I Spill the Family Secrets: An Illustrated Memoir

Book is in very good condition! There is only light wear. The pages are clean with no marks.

AND NOW I SPILL THE FAMILY SECRETS by Margaret Kimball has been recognized as one of Publishers Weekly's Best of 2021 List in Comics, making it a top pick in the graphic novel category for the year. Reminiscent of Alison Bechdel's renowned work, "Fun Home," and Roz Chast's memorable "Can't We Talk About Something More Pleasant?," Kimball's book delves into the aftermath of a tragic event.

In 1988, when Kimball was just four years old, her mother attempted suicide on Mother's Day, an event that became one of many unspoken truths within her family. Now, nearly thirty years later, Kimball embarks on a captivating visual journey to uncover the long-held secrets that have shaped her family's story.

By piecing together old diary entries, hospital records, home videos, and other archival material, Margaret creates a narrative map of her childhood. Through this process, she explores her mother's battle with bipolar disorder, her grandmother's institutionalization, and her brother's escalating struggles. Ultimately, her quest is to understand the fractures that no one likes to acknowledge but have profoundly impacted her family.

AND NOW I SPILL THE FAMILY SECRETS is not only a compelling coming-of-age story that delves into family dysfunction, but also an introspective exploration of mental health. Balancing humor with poignancy, this book offers deep inspiration as it examines the forces that drive a family apart and the ties that bind them together.

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