ugly by constance briscoe

Ugly by Constance Briscoe was a heartbreaking and infuriating book. Constance Briscoe eloquently shares her story of childhood abandonment and abuse. However, Briscoe is not looking for sympathy. Her tone just tells her story as it is. The book is truly inspiring as Briscoe rises up and over obstacles, helplessness, and depression and attends university on her own. Briscoe also colors in her story with a vivid portrayal her Jamaican heritage, Catholic school education, and South London hometown. How she found her motivation, confidence, and hope despite everything against her is incredible. It is horrifying what she, as a young child, had to go through. If only we could live in a world where everyone played their roles right; parents as loving and caring, children as carefree and secure....