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Winner of the 2023 Grammy for Best Audio Book, Narration, and Storytelling Recording!

Audie Award Winner for Audiobook of the Year!

Narrated by Viola Davis

In my book, you will meet a little girl named Viola who ran from her past until she made a life-changing decision to stop running forever.

This is my story, from a crumbling apartment in Central Falls, Rhode Island, to the stage in New York City, and beyond. This is the path I took to finding my purpose but also my voice in a world that didn’t always see me.

As I wrote Finding Me, my eyes were open to the truth of how our stories are often not given close examination. We are forced to reinvent them to fit into a crazy, competitive, judgmental world. So I wrote this for anyone running through life untethered, desperate and clawing their way through murky memories, trying to get to some form of self-love. For anyone who needs reminding that a life worth living can only be born from radical honesty and the courage to shed facades and be . . . you.

Finding Me is a deep reflection, a promise, and a love letter of sorts to self. My hope is that my story will inspire you to light up your own life with creative expression and rediscover who you were before the world put a label on you.

Reviewer: Matthew Jordan Smith
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: The first sentence grabs you by the heart!
Review: Prepare to be captivated, inspired, and profoundly moved by Viola Davis's remarkable memoir, FINDING ME. This book is an absolute tour de force, taking readers on an unforgettable journey of self-discovery, resilience, and triumph.From the very first page, Davis's eloquent and raw storytelling grips your heart and refuses to let go. Her words dance off the page, painting vivid pictures of her experiences and emotions, making you feel like you're right there beside her, sharing in her triumphs and tribulations.FINDING ME is so much more than a celebrity memoir. It transcends fame and Hollywood, delving deep into the core of humanity and the universal quest for identity and belonging. Davis fearlessly opens up about her childhood in poverty, her struggles with racism and discrimination, and the challenges she faced on her path to success. Through her candid revelations, she sheds light on the larger issues of social injustice, racial inequality, and the power dynamics that persist in our society.What truly sets this memoir apart is Davis's unyielding authenticity. Her honesty is a breath of fresh air in an age of carefully curated facades. She lays bare her insecurities, her fears, and her vulnerabilities, proving that strength and vulnerability can coexist harmoniously. It's a reminder to us all that our scars are not something to be hidden but to be embraced, for they shape us into the individuals we are today.But beyond the hardships, FINDING ME is also a story of hope, resilience, and the transformative power of passion. Davis's unwavering determination to make her mark in the acting world is awe-inspiring. She breaks barriers and defies the odds, carving out her own space in an industry that often underrepresents and undervalues people of color. Her journey serves as a powerful testament to the importance of never giving up on one's dreams.Reading this memoir is like having a front-row seat to the transformation of a remarkable woman. Davis's profound insights and wisdom peppered throughout the book leave an indelible impact on the reader's mind and heart. She encourages us to embrace our true selves, to find our voices, and to stand tall in the face of adversity. Her words resonate long after the last page is turned, echoing the power of self-love, self-acceptance, and the pursuit of our passions.In FINDING ME, Viola Davis has given us a gift—a gift of vulnerability, courage, and inspiration. This book is a beacon of light for anyone navigating the complexities of identity, society, or personal growth. Whether you're a fan of Davis's acting or simply someone in search of a transformative memoir, this is a must-read. Prepare to be moved, to be challenged, and to emerge with a renewed sense of purpose and self.Bravo, Viola Davis, for sharing your extraordinary journey with the world. FINDING ME is a masterpiece that will leave an indelible mark on its readers and remind us all that our stories matter.Matthew Jordan Smith

Reviewer: Xine
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Truthful prose, heartfelt epiphanies, life of a complete actor
Review: Viola Davis gives such a strong clear voice of who she is and how she came to be one of the most prolific actors in theatre and Hollywood all due to her relentless determination and hard-work becoming a woman to be contended with.This story really is about the woman and not just the actress. It reminded me of my process and progress in my life as a musician and the artistic struggle being mainly the struggle of self acceptance in addition to the craft and discipline of the arts.Viola Davis reminds the art student or student of life, you have to reach into the places you hide or forget or simply ignore to truly become the person you want to be.This needs to be required reading for every artist, musician or actor in acting & music school.

Reviewer: Unapologetic2.o
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Loved this book you need to read it
Review: This memoir is about the lovely and incredibly talented Viola Davis. This book was a treat to read, I remember when I saw that she was coming out with a book I went to Amazon to pre-order it. I love that the day it came out it was out for delivered to my house the same day. I could not wait to read it, so I also bought the Audible version of the book and listed to it while I was at work. I told myself that I had to be one of the first to get my review out. Here we are at the end of the month, and I am not one of the first to drop my review lol.I even joined Oprah’s book club because of this book it was a treat to join in weekly and hear how others were feeling about this book as well. On the last day of book club Oprah sat down with Viola and talked about the book. A few of the chips are on the Instagram page @Oprahsbookclub so make sure you check that interview out as well it was good. She also had a special on Netflix that came out on April 22nd,2022 check that out as well.This book is all about Viola and her up brining and tells us how she got to be the beautiful women we have grown to love. She talks about when she was younger her father uses to sleep around on her mother and how that affected them. She talks about how they had to deal with racism at an early age as well. She talks about her sisters and brother as well, how she got into acting. How she had to be the backbone to her family at one point in time.We all talk about the Ciara prayer, but we really need to be talking about the Viola Davis Prayer and how she landed her husband. Their love story is so good, she talks about it on the show Black love. You will learn about her acting career and shows and plays she was in. You learn all about how she snagged the role of Annalise Keating on the hit show “How to Get Away with Murder” and how she changed the last name of the charter.This book made me at times sad I felt bad for her upbringing how their living situation was not always the best. I love that through it all she never let it stop her but only let it help build up to the person that she is today. Her Relationship with her parents was not the best but as she got older, she was able to change that. She said in this book that when she was making a little bit of money, she would still be sending money home to help her family I thought to myself like she did not have to do that, but she did.I genuinely enjoyed this book I rated this book at 4 out five stars. I did not rate this book a five because even though I love Viola, and this was the kind of book I did not want to put down it was missing something. It was missing something that mad made feel like if I did not finish it that day, I would go crazy. Everything else about this book was good I do not have any take aways from it. I love that her books have photos and that the cover of the book is not so busy its simple black and white. Have you read this book? If so, is it a book that you would recommend to friends and family? What did you rate it?

Reviewer: Carol
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Absolutely Amazing Read!
Review: What a life well lived and well written about. She made me feel like I was there experiencing life and its ups and downs with her! Powerful

Reviewer: Vanessa
Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Book
Review: Great read

Reviewer: Guisi
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: Muy conmovedora historia y un excelente libro

Reviewer: omaima rizqy
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: I read the book within my vacations at the beach. The writing keeps you captivated from the beginning to the end. I even had to slow down while reading it as I didn't want to fiosh it before the end of my vacations ! I was really touched by Viola' story. We can feel her humility through all the book.Her story is truly inspiring, it helps you to make you understand the struggles for the black artistes, the poverty ( the real one), the different challenges with family, the inequities , the violence, the sadness but also it gives you hope, it makes you believe in a better future where love wins and that dreams can be achieved with faith, perseverance and hard work.Thank you Viola for humbely sharing your story.

Reviewer: Tana
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: O livro é muito fácil de ler e a leitura flui rapidamente. Impressionante ver como foi a infância de Viola e todas as dificuldades pelas quais passou. Embora tenha tido uma infância sofrida, em nenhum momento ela se vitimiza. Apenas conta a realidade como ela era. Viola também nos mostra como foi seu caminho interno para melhorar a auto estima e confiança. Isso torna o livro muito verdadeiro e mostra a coragem da autora de se expor tanto! Parabéns Viola, não é à toa que você se tornou essa grande atriz, pois é atuando que ela exorciza todos os seus "demônios". Recomendo a leitura!

Reviewer: Shumirai Mazombe
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: I loved that Viola Davis put to paper what it feels like to be a black woman from childhood through to mature adulthood. Though she is Black American, and I am Black Zimbabwean, I found myself in her story. At times, it was even hard to read the book because I SAW ME. I hope more Black women will rise up and tell their stories with great authenticity.

Reviewer: Gleice Santos Silva
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: Love it