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Leaving Aberdeen: A Memoir of a Southern Girl

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Leaving Aberdeen: Memoir of a Southern Girl

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By Patti Callahan Henry

Leaving Aberdeen is a memoir by acclaimed author Patti Callahan Henry. The book tells the story of Henry's childhood in Aberdeen, Mississippi, and her journey to becoming a successful writer.

Henry was born in Aberdeen in 1965. Her father was a doctor and her mother was a teacher. Henry grew up in a close-knit community, and she loved her life in Aberdeen. However, when Henry was 16 years old, her family moved to Atlanta. Henry was devastated to leave her hometown, but she eventually adjusted to her new life.

After graduating from college, Henry moved to New York City to pursue a career in writing. She worked as a journalist and a teacher before she finally published her first novel in 2002. Henry's novels have been praised for their lyrical prose and their insightful portrayals of Southern life.

In Leaving Aberdeen, Henry reflects on her childhood in Aberdeen and her journey to becoming a writer. The book is a moving and inspiring story about the power of family, friends, and community. It is a must-read for anyone who loves Southern literature or coming-of-age stories.

Reviews

"Leaving Aberdeen is a beautifully written memoir that will resonate with anyone who has ever felt the pull of home. Patti Callahan Henry's prose is lyrical and evocative, and her story is both heartwarming and heartbreaking." - Ann Patchett, author of The Dutch House

"A poignant and evocative memoir of a Southern girl's coming-of-age. Patti Callahan Henry writes with honesty and grace about the challenges and joys of growing up in the Deep South." - Adriana Trigiani, author of The Shoemaker's Wife

"Leaving Aberdeen is a must-read for anyone who loves Southern literature or coming-of-age stories. Patti Callahan Henry's writing is simply stunning, and her story will stay with you long after you finish reading it." - Reese Witherspoon, author of Whiskey in a Teacup

About the Author

Patti Callahan Henry is the New York Times bestselling author of more than 20 novels, including The Secret Keeper, The Time of Our Lives, and The Distant Home. Her work has been translated into more than 30 languages. Henry is a native of Aberdeen, Mississippi, and she now lives in Atlanta, Georgia.