64 pages 2 hours read

Rachel Simon

Riding The Bus With My Sister

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2002

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Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Riding The Bus With My Sister by Rachel Simon has received a mix of reviews. Positively noted for its heartfelt portrayal of sibling relationships, readers appreciate its insight into the lives of individuals with intellectual disabilities. Criticisms mainly focus on the narrative's pacing and occasional redundancy. Overall, it's a touching memoir with educational value.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Riding The Bus With My Sister?

Readers who cherish memoirs about family, disability, and resilience will find Riding The Bus With My Sister by Rachel Simon compelling. Fans of The Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls or Expecting Adam by Martha Beck will appreciate the heartfelt narrative and insight into sibling relationships and personal growth.

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Reading Age

16-99years

Book Details

Themes
Values/Ideas: Music
Relationships: Family
Topics
Disability
Women's Studies (Nonfiction)
Genre
Biography