Untamed

by Glennon Doyle

If Uncanny Valley had a bookshelf, Untamed would be on it. This memoir exudes overconfidence, its grandiosity overwhelming any sense of authenticity. Doyle’s writing reaches for wisdom, crafting polished, striking phrases designed to leave an impact; yet, this pursuit of profundity often feels forced, preachy, even, intending to sound insightful rather than organically so. The result is a narrative that comes across as more curated than genuine. Her assured, unwavering tone will likely appeal to a self-absorbed audience, but for me, it felt overly constructed with elements of exaggerated boasting.