In Pieces

By Sally Field

Book Overview

In this intimate, haunting literary memoir and New York Times Notable Book of the year, an American icon tells her own story for the first time -- about a challenging and lonely childhood, the craft that helped her find her voice, and a powerful emotional legacy that shaped her journey as a daughter and a mother.

One of the most celebrated, beloved, and enduring actors of our time, Sally Field has an infectious charm that has captivated the nation for more than five decades, beginning with her first TV role at the age of seventeen. From Gidget's sweet-faced "girl next door" to the dazzling complexity of Sybil to the Academy Award-worthy ferocity and depth of Norma Rae and Mary Todd Lincoln, Field has stunned audiences time and time again with her artistic range and emotional acuity. Yet there is one character who always remained hidden: the shy and anxious little girl within.
With raw honesty and the fresh, pitch-perfect prose of a natural-born writer, and with all the humility and authenticity her fans have come to expect, Field brings readers behind-the-scenes for not only the highs and lows of her star-studded early career in Hollywood, but deep into the truth of her lifelong relationships--including her complicated love for her own mother. Powerful and unforgettable, In Pieces is an inspiring and important account of life as a woman in the second half of the twentieth century.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1538763028
• ISBN13: 9781538763025
• Release Date: September 2018
• Publisher: Grand Central Publishing
• Length: 416 Pages
• Weight: 1.53 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.5" x 6.4" x 9.1"

Customer Reviews

Truth be told

Sally Field opens her heart and her life to those who love her. She tells of her heartbreaking childhood, hurtful relationships and the struggle to overcome her cute girl image in Gidget and the silly portrayal of a flying nun. She persevered and fought for what she wanted. A truthful and honest story of a fabulous actress.

A deep look into a complicated life

An intimate look into her life and career.

A guided tour of Sallys' life.

From growing up 👀 her in Gidget, Flying Nun & Smokey & The Bandit it was 300 pages of interesting true stories of childhood & beyond (long navigation to 🌟 dom). A must read for adults & forever fans of hers!! 😃 📚

Fantastic read

Sally Field's writing is as good as her acting. Her life has many layers just as her acting does. Very enjoyable read 💖