Like Sylvia Plath, Natalie Jeanne Champagne invites you so close to the pain and agony of her life of mental illness and addiction, which leaves you gasping from shock and laughing moments later: this is both the beauty and unique nature of her storytelling. With brilliance and courage, the author's brave and candid chronicle travels where no other memoir about mental illness and addiction has gone before. The Third Sunrise is an incredible triumph and Natalie Jeanne Champagne is without a doubt the most important new voice in this genre.
Natalie Jeanne Champagne's writing, much like Sylvia Plath's, immerses readers deeply in her struggles with mental illness and addiction. Her storytelling evokes emotional responses that swing from shock to laughter, showcasing both the beauty and uniqueness of her narrative style. The vulnerability she exhibits allows readers to connect with her experiences on a profound level.
In "The Third Sunrise," Champagne presents a bold and honest account that explores uncharted territories within the memoir genre. Andy Behrman, author of "Electroboy: A Memoir of Mania," praises her work as a significant achievement, marking her as a crucial new voice in discussions of mental health and addiction. Her bravery in recounting her journey positions her memoir as a powerful and essential contribution to the literature surrounding these issues.