Thanks to Hanover Square Press for the copy of this ARC.

I knew I needed to read this after loving Don't Cry for Me by Daniel Black. He is such a fantastic writer, and in Black on Black, he delivers truth, wisdom, experience, and emotion in a collection of essays on Black resilience and brilliance. Daniel covers so many relevant topics: HBCUs and academic standards, beauty standards, the role of the Black church, HIV/AIDS, being closeted as a member of the LGBTQIA+ community, integration, and police violence. I really appreciated Daniel's perspective - it's one that I personally need to hear and listen to - and I love the way he brings heartfelt words onto the page to drive home the facts that he also presents. Highly recommend picking up any/all of his works.