In her introduction to her memoir Cash writes, "I dream of songs. I dream they fall down through centuries, from my distant ancestors, and come to me". In many ways this memoir unfolds like a dream—seamlessly transitioning from one memory to the next like the best authors of our time—and you will fall into this book as easily as one of her albums.
If you're expecting a tell all—a confessional from Johnny Cash's daughter—don't bother with this memoir. If you're expecting the sadness or the whole, raw truth in the likes of Joan Didion or Elizabeth McCracken, this memoir may not be for you. However, if you love Johnny Cash, if you love Rosanne's music and want a good story,
Composed: A Memoir is lyrical and insightful and full of beautiful memories.
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