Are There Books Like Untied: A Memoir Of Family, Fame, And Floundering?

If you loved 'Untied: A Memoir of Family, Fame, and Floundering' for its raw, unfiltered look at personal struggles intertwined with fame, there are a few other memoirs that hit that same nerve. 'The Princess Diarist' by Carrie Fisher comes to mind—it’s got that same mix of vulnerability, wit, and behind-the-scenes Hollywood chaos. Fisher’s writing feels like she’s sitting across from you at a diner, spilling her guts over a cup of coffee. She doesn’t shy away from the messy parts of her life, much like Meredith Baxter in 'Untied.' Both books peel back the glossy veneer of fame to show the real, often unglamorous, human underneath.

Another gem is 'Bossypants' by Tina Fey. While it’s more comedic, it still digs into the pressures of being a woman in a male-dominated industry, balancing family, and the absurdity of fame. Fey’s self-deprecating humor makes the heavier themes digestible, but don’t let the laughs fool you—there’s depth here too. For something darker but equally gripping, 'Lit' by Mary Karr is a masterclass in memoir writing. It’s about addiction, motherhood, and finding your voice, all written with Karr’s signature poetic grit. If 'Untied' resonated because of its honesty about family dysfunction, 'Lit' will feel like a kindred spirit.

Then there’s 'Wild' by Cheryl Strayed, which isn’t about fame but shares that same soul-baring quality. It’s a journey of self-discovery through literal and metaphorical wilderness, and Strayed’s willingness to lay her mistakes bare is downright inspiring. What ties these books together is their refusal to sugarcoat life’s messiness. They’re all about flawed people trying to make sense of their pasts, and that’s what makes them so relatable. After finishing 'Untied,' I went on a memoir binge, and these were the ones that stuck with me—each one feels like a late-night confession from a friend you never knew you needed.