In the Shadow of a Song: The Story of the Parton Family

by Willadeene Parton

A candid portrait of the Parton family by Dolly Parton's older sister describes growing up in a poverty-stricken but close-knit, loving family and explains the key role of music in their lives

Genres: Memoir, Nonfiction

236 pages, Paperback

First published June 1, 1985

Reviews

[Kelly · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book cracked me up! It reminded me of things my own family would've done. It is not my typical kind of book, but I've always admired Dolly Parton, and now I think her sister is awesome, too.