262 pages
When Georges was in her early 20s, a palm reading led revealed a huge secret: her father, whom she'd long been told was dead, was likely still alive. Calling Dr. Laura explores Georges' journey in grappling with this information--why his departure from her life was conveyed to her as such, how the revolving door of father figures impacted her young life, and her relationship with her mother--all while navigating her own life as a young woman in Portland trying to maintain a job and relationship.
This was a terrific read--captivating, mysterious, and heart-wrenching. Georges' deep dive into her own personal history is raw and courageous. There were so many moments of triumph and cringe-worthiness alike. I loved the black and white palette with often spare frames--it lent the book an extra sense of gravitas. I'll be thinking of this book for a long time and can't wait to read more of Georges' work.
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