Review of Finding Joe Adams

[Merits Anih]

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Finding Joe Adams" by Joe Field.]

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5 out of 5 stars

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Joe Field was in his junior year and had a part-time job as a stock boy at Woolworths in St. Paul, Minnesota, in 1973. He lived in The Projects with his mom and younger sisters; however, they were kicked out. When he was six years old, they lived in Fayetteville, North Carolina (1963). He and his siblings had different fathers but the same mom, and they grew up without their fathers. His mom once sold him to a rich couple but later changed her mind. She had also kidnapped him before from his foster parents. Growing up, he has lived in many places and houses. They moved around a lot and lived in different houses, and he sometimes experienced bullying. Once in a while, he thought about his father and what life would have been like if he had been in his life.

Finding Joe Adams is the author's memoir, in which he shares what his life was like growing up without a father and how he ended up finding his father in his old age. He took us through his high school and law school and the jobs he did. I love how the author always acknowledged those who had an effect on him and guided him to a positive side, such as Lloyd Bergum, his aunt, and the lady at the bar. I also loved it when the author talked about his experiences with Christianity and reading the Bible.

I love how welcoming his seven siblings were when he found them. They were large in number and all grown, but they had excess love in them to give to Joe and had enough room to accommodate him. This book was an emotional one for me. No matter how old one is, getting to know one's father can never lose its thrill and associated emotions. There was nothing about this book that I disliked, and I rate it 5 out of 5 stars. I recommend it to those who enjoy reading memoirs. Finally, the book's editing is perfect.

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Finding Joe Adams
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[Martin Shae]

Joe Field, a junior in 1973, worked at Woolworths in St. Paul while living with his mom and sisters in The Projects. They were evicted, and Joe's childhood was marked by frequent moves, bullying, and a tumultuous relationship with his mom, who once sold him to a wealthy couple and later kidnapped him from foster parents. Despite these challenges, Joe often wondered about his absent father.

[Amy Luman]

I am not a big fan of memoirs, but the way that you describe it makes it sound more like a fiction book. My father has always been around, but I know others who have not had such a pleasant experience. I don’t think that meeting a father who did not act like one is always such a good thing. Thanks!

[Naushin Moledina]

The review of "Finding Joe Adams" highlights the memoir's emotional depth and personal journey. The narrative effectively captures the author's quest to reconnect with his father and the positive influences in his life. The heartfelt portrayal of family reunions and the author’s growth make this book a standout read. Thank you for a great review!

[Anthony Caleb]

Moving a lot when one is small and not having a father with you by the side have an effect on ones psychology.

[Idris Alooma]

This review provides a heartfelt account of the author's memoir and his journey to find his father. The reviewer appreciates the author's acknowledgment of those who guided him in a positive direction and highlights the emotional connection to discovering one's father. They rate the book 5 out of 5 stars and recommend it to memoir lovers. Overall, it appears to be an engaging and touching read, capturing the reader's emotions. Y'all should check it out! Rating: 5/5 stars. Evocative prose, painted vivid pictures in my mind.