"Daughter is a work of bravery, an important and eloquent memoir about the fight to reclaim the self from those that seek to undermine and destroy our very existence. A must-read for anyone who has endured toxic familial relationships, and for those who seek to survive them." - Hannah Kent, author of Burial Rites

"Daughter, a Memoir" by Alda Sigmundsdóttir is a powerful and moving memoir that transcends the trauma of growing up with a narcissistic mother, chronicling the author's journey from abuse and neglect to healing and freedom. Written for anyone who has experienced toxic family relationships, this memoir is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and will resonate with anyone who enjoyed “I’m Glad My Mom Died” by Jennette McCurdy and “Educated” by Tara Westover.

Alda's story begins with her parents' separation when she is only five, and her subsequent trip to Canada with her mother, which was supposed to last only four weeks but turned into a two-year absence from her father and family. When Alda returns to Iceland, she senses something dangerous in her mother and seeks safety with her paternal grandparents. But her mother's intentions become clear when she announces her plan to move permanently to Canada with Alda.

As Alda is pulled into her mother's darkness, she loses her sense of self and struggles to form intimate relationships. Her mental health begins to suffer, but eventually therapy helps her confront the truth of her relationship with her mother and break free from the gaslighting and denial. "Daughter, a Memoir" is a raw and honest account of the long-lasting effects of growing up with a narcissistic parent and the journey towards healing and self-discovery. This book will resonate with anyone seeking to transcend the trauma of toxic family relationships and find their own path to freedom.

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