Heart in the Right Place
Heart in the Right Place
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2007
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Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2007304
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
Tennessee • Contemporary
2007
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Heart in the Right Place by Carolyn Jourdan is a memoir detailing Jourdan's transition from a high-powered career in Washington, D.C., to helping her physician father in his small-town Tennessee medical practice. Through her experiences, readers gain insight into rural healthcare and the significance of community connections.
Humorous
Heartwarming
Inspirational
Nostalgic
Emotional
Reviews & Readership
4,727 ratings
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Review Roundup
Heart in the Right Place by Carolyn Jourdan is praised for its humor and heartfelt storytelling. Readers appreciate the engaging narrative of a lawyer transitioning to a small-town medical assistant, finding it both uplifting and insightful. However, some find the pacing uneven. Overall, it offers a charming exploration of personal growth and community.
Who Should Read Heart in the Right Place?
Readers who appreciate Heart in the Right Place by Carolyn Jourdan are likely fans of memoirs with a humorous and heartfelt touch. Similar to those who enjoy The Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls, they cherish tales of family, personal growth, and life in rural settings, delivered with wit and warmth.
4,727 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
304
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
Tennessee • Contemporary
2007
Adult
18+ years
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