The Death of Santini

The memoir offers a raw look at family bonds, but I wonder if the father's perspective might have painted a different picture. Did anyone else feel conflicted about their feelings toward Santini?

Writing about personal trauma can be cathartic or difficult. I'm curious whether Conroy's decision to write this was driven by a need for closure or something else.

The narrative is deeply personal and unflinching, which made it impactful but also emotionally heavy at times. How did others connect with the tone and structure?