Overview

• E. A. Hanks recounts her complex childhood, marked by her parents' 1985 divorce and her mother's suspected undiagnosed bipolar disorder.
• Her memoir explores years of emotional and physical challenges while living with her mother in Sacramento before moving to Los Angeles to live with her father, Tom Hanks.
• The book highlights a pivotal 2019 six-month road trip along Interstate 10 to learn more about her mother’s history and legacy.
• E. A. Hanks shares personal experiences, including a custody switch after an incident of physical violence and her father's efforts to locate her and her brother after an unannounced move.
• The memoir, set for release on April 8, offers a candid narrative of healing, family dynamics, and the impact of mental health on relationships.