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Base Note : The Scents of a life

Call no.: : 823.92/STR
Author: : Adelle Stripe
Contributor: : Nur Nadhirah Frida Binti Abdullah
Summary: This memoir tells the story of Adelle Stripe’s younger years in Northern England, filled with wild experiences, strong emotions, and a deep desire to create something meaningful. Her life is shaped by family struggles, ambition, and moments of chaos. The story is told through memories linked to different perfumes, bringing the past to life with vivid detail. It captures a world that is slowly disappearing, showing both its beauty and its harsh reality. With a mix of dark humor and honesty, this book doesn’t follow a typical success story. Instead, it shares real experiences dead-end jobs, fleeting relationships, and overlooked people. Overall, it’s a raw and powerful memoir about an unusual life, told with sharp insight and emotional depth.