Laurie Sandell grew up in awe (and sometimes in terror) of her larger-than-life father, who told jaw-dropping tales of a privileged childhood in Buenos Aires, academic triumphs, heroism during Vietnam, friendships with Kissinger and the Pope. As a young woman, Laurie unconsciously mirrors her dad, trying on several outsized personalities (Tokyo stripper, lesbian seductress, Ambien addict). Later, she lucks into the perfect job--interviewing celebrities for a top women's magazine. Growing up with her extraordinary father has given Laurie a knack for relating to the stars. But while researching an article on her dad's life, she makes an astonishing discovery: he's not the man he says he is--not even close. Now, Laurie begins to puzzle together three decades of lies and the splintered person that resulted from them--herself.Today we have three copies of The Impostor's Daughter by Laurie Sandell up for grabs, courtesy of Hachette Book Group. This is a graphic memoir, and as such contains adult themes (and isn't intended for children).
Contest is open to U.S. and Canadian mailing addresses, no PO boxes, please. Ends July 30th, 2010. Have at it!
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