The Girl with Nine Wigs

[Sophie van der Stap] renders her tale with a poignant awareness of the joy that is possible even in the most dire circumstances. Readers will swiftly be drawn into this beautifully written story of a brave and quite fascinating young woman. Publishers Weekly The Girl with Nine Wigs: A Memoir is an absolute joy to read .. say hello to your new favourite book. She knows [Sophie’s diary] will give you goosebumps. ElleGirlAn extraordinary book from an extraordinary girl. Marie Claire The grandeur of this book does not rest only in the description of pain that Sophie suffered but also the courage with which she suffered it. What Sophievan der Stap has written is truly a masterpiece; she has managed to seize the lightness in the gravest of situations. Der Spiegel The Girl With Nine Wigs is the astonishing record of a year in the life of anextraordinary woman. As illness threatens her life she lives life to the full and when she most fears death she learns to seize the day. Telegraaf. Read more