12 Memoirs from People Who Rose Above Impossible Circumstances

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If you’re like us, you love reading inspiring true stories — especially when they involve people overcoming the odds to find success. We’ve rounded up some of the best memoirs in this vein, from bestsellers like Educated to new books like the riveting Sociopath. Check out these inspiring memoirs below, and you’ll find a number of books to add to your reading list!