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1. 1. A Silent Treatment

   

   Jeannie Vanasco chronicles the increasingly fraught relationship with her mother after the latter begins using the silent treatment while living in Vanasco’s renovated apartment. Tracing their shared past and the pattern of silences—from weeks to months—the memoir examines how punishment, loneliness, and unspoken resentments shape their bond and Vanasco’s attempts to understand and reconnect, all while facing the fear that her mother may never speak to her again.

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2. 2. The Glass Eye

   A Memoir

   

   In this poignant memoir, a young woman grapples with the complexities of grief and identity following the death of her father, who had a glass eye. As she navigates through her memories and emotions, she uncovers family secrets and struggles with her own mental health, all while trying to piece together the fragmented stories of her past. The narrative weaves between the present and the past, exploring themes of loss, love, and the intricate bond between a father and daughter, ultimately leading to a deeper understanding of herself and her family's legacy.

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