39 pages 1 hour read

Antwone Quenton Fisher

Finding Fish

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2001

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Super Short Summary

Finding Fish by Antwone Fisher is a memoir that begins in Cleveland in 1959, recounting Fisher's life from his birth to problematic parents, through a troubled childhood with foster parents, to adulthood where he joins the navy and eventually becomes a successful Hollywood screenwriter and finds personal happiness. The book addresses abuse, neglect, and perseverance through adversity.

Reviews & Readership

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Antwone Quenton Fisher's memoir Finding Fish is generally praised for its emotional depth and raw honesty, offering a powerful personal narrative that captivates readers. Critics appreciate Fisher's resilience and storytelling. However, some feel the narrative pace can be uneven and occasionally overwhelming. Overall, it's an inspiring and thought-provoking read that sheds light on overcoming adversity.

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Who Should Read Finding Fish?

Readers who enjoy Finding Fish by Antwone Quenton Fisher are likely drawn to poignant memoirs about overcoming adversity. Fans of works like The Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls or A Child Called "It" by Dave Pelzer will appreciate Fisher’s powerful narrative of resilience and self-discovery.

RecommendedReading Age

18+years

Book Details

Themes

Values/Ideas: Music

Relationships: Family

Topics

Trauma / Abuse / Violence

Psychology

Genre

Psychology

Biography