Dislocation and anxiety of belonging in biracial women

Hollay Ghadery's 'Fuse' is a searing account of her struggle to come to terms with her biracial identity and the resultant mental health issue.

It is tricky to define memoirs. It is one way to connect ourselves (often a conflicted self) to the world outside and discover ourselves again. Indeed, it is an individual's desire and effort to tell their story, but memoirs are more than just one's life story. It is akin to ekphrasis, albeit the painting here is one's own life, and memory interspersed with current circumstances plays an essential role in its making. However, it needs to be reiterated that memoirs are never merely personal accounts; the craftsmanship of memoirs deserves further delving into it as a serious art form. The unique tone and narrative technique are a means toward a broader context. Reading memoirs of writers from diverse backgrounds can be an informative and personally uplifting process.