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Half Penny : A Memoir of Tangled Truths - Lori L Lee

Half Penny

A Memoir of Tangled Truths

By: Lori L Lee

Paperback | 18 April 2025

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When Lori's father died, he left behind more than memories-he left behind secrets. 

With months to go before Clark's ashes are laid to rest, Lori is forced to confront her childhood: the terrifying conflict between her volatile father and her mother, Penny; her abduction by her father after Penny's death; and life with his new wife, a woman who never misses an opportunity to demonstrate her resentment. The flashbacks infect Lori's daily life, making her sick with anxiety while she waits to bury her father. 

As the past catches up with the present, Clark is laid to rest and a long-overdue truth is finally unearthed. After a lifetime of questioning her place in the world, Lori learns that true belonging isn't something you inherit... it begins with knowing who you are.

Half Penny is a layered memoir of survival, identity, and the search for connection. It's a story that burns through the fog of a chaotic and disconnected family. It also proves healing is possible, even from broken beginnings.

The raw mother-daughter reckoning of I'm Glad My Mom Died (Jenette McCurdy) meets the shocking family secrets of Inheritance (Dani Shapiro) in this gripping true story of deception, survival, and identity lost and found.

Perfect for readers who love:

True stories

Emotional and unforgettable narratives

Courageous accounts of resilience and survival.

Accessible stories

Industry Reviews

Reader's Favorite:

"Lee relates the narrative in the third person, subtly adding emotional distance, which, along with her many conflicts with her father and the tragic circumstances of her mother's life, immerses readers. This makes it more relatable to those facing the challenges of raising a family during tough times while striving to avoid repeating their parents' mistakes. Half Penny is a book I recommend that all parents read to gain better insight into their children."

Amazon:

"Lori's rebellious curiosity and glass-half-full perspective add humour and give a reprieve from the heavier themes. I felt compelled to finish and read it from start to finish in 48 hours. As I was approaching the end, I felt sad it was ending, but satisfied by Lori's conclusions about her life. 

Ultimately, Half Penny is a story about resilience, determination and grit."

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