64 pages • 2 hours read
Wally LambShe's Come Undone
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1992A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
She's Come Undone by Wally Lamb follows Dolores Price's journey from childhood through middle age, exploring her struggles with family dysfunction, trauma, body image, and self-worth as she navigates various relationships and personal crises in search of healing and acceptance. The book contains descriptions of child sexual abuse, pregnancy loss, domestic violence, suicidal ideation, and self-harm.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Wally Lamb's She's Come Undone is widely praised for its deep character development and emotionally charged narrative. Critics appreciate the raw, honest portrayal of the protagonist's struggles. However, some find the plot occasionally melodramatic and lengthy. Overall, it's considered a compelling read with strong, memorable moments.
Who Should Read She's Come Undone?
An ideal reader for Wally Lamb's She's Come Undone would appreciate deeply emotional journeys and character-driven narratives. Fans of Memoirs of a Geisha and The Lovely Bones will likely enjoy this exploration of resilience and self-discovery, as it delves into themes of trauma, recovery, and personal growth.
RecommendedReading Age
18+yearsLexile Level
760LBook Details
Coming of Age / Bildungsroman
Drama / Tragedy
Modern Classic Fiction
Identity: Mental Health
Life/Time: Coming of Age
Relationships: Family
Mental Illness