Summary:
The memoir delves into the actor's traumatic childhood, marked by an abusive father and family secrets. It juxtaposes his personal journey of discovery and healing with his experience uncovering his family's past during the filming of a genealogy television show.
Key points:
1. Childhood Abuse: The book explores Alan Cumming's traumatic childhood, marked by his father's physical and emotional abuse.
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