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Kirby is more of a parent to her mother than the other way around, despite the fact that she is just a child. So when her mother decides to send Kirby away to live with her religious extended family, Kirby is mystified She knows nothing of this family, other than her mother's estrangement. When Kirby arrives at the fundamentalist family's home, they rename her Esther, and send her into a spiraling identity crisis. Attempting to make her conform to their strict rules and ways, Kirby fights them, and attempts to open their eyes to the larger world out there.

While this book is aimed at young adult readers, as an adult reader I still found the book to be pretty engaging. Kirby/Esther is an incredibly complex character. Her identity struggle is not limited to her time with her religious family; on the contrary, her identity is the parental figure in her relationship with her mother has stunted her development from the start. When her uncle forces the persona of Esther upon her, that merely intensifies her struggle.

The book reminded me of fundamentalist cult-like sects who have gained notoriety in the past few years. It makes one wonder what it is like to be born and raised with an environment like that as their reality. I like the fact that the story focuses on Kirby rebelling against it because she knows there is more to life than this one religion. I also like the fact that she turns out to not be the only rebel. While the story takes some sad turns, I am glad the end of the book takes time to further explore Kirby's relationship with her mother.

The book is certainly appropriate for young adult readers, but makes for an interesting, albeit fast, read for adults as well.

This book is from my personal library, all opinions are honest and original.


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I Am Not Esther Fleur Beale Books Reviews

I really enjoyed reading this book and getting an understanding about how strong people can influence others and it was interesting to see how the characters evolved.
I finally bought the book again and read it all in one go, just like before. Something about it really cemented itself in my mind and it was probably even better the second time around, now that I'm older.
Interesting insight into a parallel world potentially just over the fence. This very readable account of a young woman's struggle to retain and then rediscover her identity is a very interesting read and has inspired me to learn more about some of the women from varying cultural perspectives whom come into contact with as part of my working life.
Very deep and gripping, you'll be thinking about what happened long after you finish the book. Definitely recommend to anyone
It's a good book. It caused me to think more about each character. I would recommend this book to everyone
This was disturbing that we still have "cults" like this in our world. A must read for those who are interested in religious-based cults who call themselves "religious organizations and churches". Frightening.
Is she Esther? Her new family tells her she is. Or is she Kirby? That's the name and the identity she has grown up with. Who is she, really?

Kirby's mother disappears and Kirby is sent to live with her uncle and his family. The family is part of a dogmatic fundamentalist religious group. Men make all decisions. There are no tvs, no movies, and no books. Women must marry at sixteen and must dress in clothing that conceals. Rules, rules, rules. But there are also the consolations of strong, supportive family ties and of prayer.

Kirby is confused. She desperately wants to leave; at the same time, she desperately loves this new family. And where is her mother?

A well-written, thoughtful book with a serious look at the difficulties and strengths of following the dictates of a group.
Kirby is more of a parent to her mother than the other way around, despite the fact that she is just a child. So when her mother decides to send Kirby away to live with her religious extended family, Kirby is mystified She knows nothing of this family, other than her mother's estrangement. When Kirby arrives at the fundamentalist family's home, they rename her Esther, and send her into a spiraling identity crisis. Attempting to make her conform to their strict rules and ways, Kirby fights them, and attempts to open their eyes to the larger world out there.

While this book is aimed at young adult readers, as an adult reader I still found the book to be pretty engaging. Kirby/Esther is an incredibly complex character. Her identity struggle is not limited to her time with her religious family; on the contrary, her identity is the parental figure in her relationship with her mother has stunted her development from the start. When her uncle forces the persona of Esther upon her, that merely intensifies her struggle.

The book reminded me of fundamentalist cult-like sects who have gained notoriety in the past few years. It makes one wonder what it is like to be born and raised with an environment like that as their reality. I like the fact that the story focuses on Kirby rebelling against it because she knows there is more to life than this one religion. I also like the fact that she turns out to not be the only rebel. While the story takes some sad turns, I am glad the end of the book takes time to further explore Kirby's relationship with her mother.

The book is certainly appropriate for young adult readers, but makes for an interesting, albeit fast, read for adults as well.

This book is from my personal library, all opinions are honest and original.