77 pages 2 hours read

Robert Kolker

Hidden Valley Road: Inside the Mind of an American Family

Nonfiction | Biography | Adult | Published in 2020

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Robert Kolker's Hidden Valley Road explores the harrowing true story of a family's struggle with schizophrenia. Critics praise its compassionate storytelling, in-depth research, and compelling narrative, providing a sensitive look at mental illness. However, some reviews note its dense medical content and occasionally overwhelming details. Overall, it's deemed a poignant, informative read.

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Who Should Read Hidden Valley Road?

A reader fascinated by family dynamics, mental health, and medical history would enjoy Robert Kolker's Hidden Valley Road. Fans of The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks and The Glass Castle will appreciate its gripping narrative blending intimate biography with scientific exploration.

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Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Topics
Psychology
Mental Illness
Science / Nature
Themes
Identity: Mental Health
Values/Ideas: Science & Technology
Relationships: Siblings
Genre
Psychology
Biography