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The Narcissist's Daughter : From Breakdown to Breakthrough
Prepare yourself for a wild rollercoaster ride through the twists and turns of my life growing up with my narcissistic mother. In this memoir, I delve into the intricacies of my childhood, revealing the hidden truths behind closed doors and the daily challenges that made it feel like I was trapped in an ongoing emotional saga.
From the early days of feeling like I was walking on eggshells to navigating the exhausting game of seeking my mother’s approval, this memoir is a no-holds-barred account of surviving a childhood filled with emotional ups and downs. Get ready for tales of manipulation, a stifling atmosphere of constant scrutiny, and the relentless pursuit of my mother’s unachievable love.
"The Narcissist’s Daughter" is not just a memoir; it is a roadmap for those navigating their own journey through the complexities of toxic relationships. It is a narrative of breaking free, reclaiming autonomy, and leading a life fuelled by the brilliance of self-discovery. So, join me as I speak my truth on the not-so-glamorous side of family life and share the real, unfiltered story of how I went from just surviving to actually thriving.
From the early days of feeling like I was walking on eggshells to navigating the exhausting game of seeking my mother’s approval, this memoir is a no-holds-barred account of surviving a childhood filled with emotional ups and downs. Get ready for tales of manipulation, a stifling atmosphere of constant scrutiny, and the relentless pursuit of my mother’s unachievable love.
"The Narcissist’s Daughter" is not just a memoir; it is a roadmap for those navigating their own journey through the complexities of toxic relationships. It is a narrative of breaking free, reclaiming autonomy, and leading a life fuelled by the brilliance of self-discovery. So, join me as I speak my truth on the not-so-glamorous side of family life and share the real, unfiltered story of how I went from just surviving to actually thriving.
330 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 8, 2024
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March 15, 2024
Read in one sitting.
I found it very easy to get invested in this book from the start, which is really hard to do. But what I love most about this book is the writing style in the earlier chapters - it feels slightly more childlike, with simpler language, a little repetition and a curious confusion that gets you as a reader to try and understand the story alongside the younger Kylie.
It's a heartbreaking book - if someone had sat and told me this story I would have said "wow, you couldn't write it" - and yet here it is, on black and white pages. I could tell you why, but I don't want to spoil it - so it's probably best that you read it yourself!
Also worth mentioning the chapter names: "Can I smash her face against a wall yet?". Amazing.
I found it very easy to get invested in this book from the start, which is really hard to do. But what I love most about this book is the writing style in the earlier chapters - it feels slightly more childlike, with simpler language, a little repetition and a curious confusion that gets you as a reader to try and understand the story alongside the younger Kylie.
It's a heartbreaking book - if someone had sat and told me this story I would have said "wow, you couldn't write it" - and yet here it is, on black and white pages. I could tell you why, but I don't want to spoil it - so it's probably best that you read it yourself!
Also worth mentioning the chapter names: "Can I smash her face against a wall yet?". Amazing.
June 3, 2024
This story is an important one that needs to be told, but the writing is very poor and therefore difficult to slog through. Plus, I have the Kindle version, and chapter 9 just drops off mid-sentence. This book needs extensive editing.
March 23, 2024
Wow, I have been waiting for this book realise for months and thank God I waited. Kylie I cannot express enough how your story gave me a better understanding of what a world we live in especially in the space of a narcissist mother. It makes me understand more of somebody in my inner circle and their journey and how there were things written which were so accurate that I've seen. Thank you for being vulnerable and sharing your story with us. You have poured your heart and soul into this story and will be a guidebook for future me to keep me grounded and remind myself its not just me that has to see it but it's a real thing that happens.
Sending much love your way and god bless you x
Sending much love your way and god bless you x
May 29, 2024
From one narcissist's daughter to another
I honestly felt like i was reading my childhood growing up and adult life with my own mother! The were chapters while reading, it made me sick to my stomach knowing you went through this as a child like i did, and well many others do. I also have 5 other siblings that experienced the same awful, hurtful treatment.So much of what you experienced, I did as well and still do at 46 years of age. But I'm working on it.Thank you for sharing your own story to help others.
I honestly felt like i was reading my childhood growing up and adult life with my own mother! The were chapters while reading, it made me sick to my stomach knowing you went through this as a child like i did, and well many others do. I also have 5 other siblings that experienced the same awful, hurtful treatment.So much of what you experienced, I did as well and still do at 46 years of age. But I'm working on it.Thank you for sharing your own story to help others.
April 4, 2024
Such a healing read
I only recently realized that I was the product of narcissistic parents. I have done a lot of healing but this read made me feel less alone. Thank you!
I only recently realized that I was the product of narcissistic parents. I have done a lot of healing but this read made me feel less alone. Thank you!
November 23, 2025
I have been following Kylie's FB page for a while, as I also deal with a Narcissistic mother and thought that maybe reading her book would help with healing. Instead, it was triggering. I was hoping she would have matured and took the high road (which is the best way to get back at a narcissist), but instead...she stooped to her mother's level. Over and over again. swearing, cursing, playing the victim, finding everyone else to be the problem, etc. She stayed away from her brother instead of fighting for him. She ignored her family because they "took her mother's side". Maybe they didn't reach out to you because you assumed they took your mother's side instead of being an adult and respectfully confronting them. I don't know... this book was infuriating.
May 22, 2025
From one narcissist’s daughter to another…I am so proud of and happy for you.
Reading your journey was incredible. I felt understood and not so alone. Like you, I went no contact. Like you, I grieved for what I didn’t have, fought for who I was always meant to be. Healing is never ending but your raw honesty and bravery in sharing and continuing to find yourself is inspiring. ((Hugs))
Reading your journey was incredible. I felt understood and not so alone. Like you, I went no contact. Like you, I grieved for what I didn’t have, fought for who I was always meant to be. Healing is never ending but your raw honesty and bravery in sharing and continuing to find yourself is inspiring. ((Hugs))
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