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I received a free copy of this book from Netgalley and Random House in exchange for my honest review.
CW: sexual assault, date rape, abortion, suicide, substance abuse, death
A beautifully written memoir. I was unfamiliar with Gail Caldwell before reading this book, but I really enjoyed getting to know her and her story. This book was pretty heavy, so you really have to be in a good mental space to get through it. I did struggle a bit when the chapters would jump between Gail's past and the present; it was sometimes difficult to remember which part of Gail's life I was reading about. I would recommend reading this one if you are remotely interested because it is a pretty quick read; I read it in one sitting, though I wouldn't necessarily suggest doing so due to the heavy content.
CW: sexual assault, date rape, abortion, suicide, substance abuse, death
A beautifully written memoir. I was unfamiliar with Gail Caldwell before reading this book, but I really enjoyed getting to know her and her story. This book was pretty heavy, so you really have to be in a good mental space to get through it. I did struggle a bit when the chapters would jump between Gail's past and the present; it was sometimes difficult to remember which part of Gail's life I was reading about. I would recommend reading this one if you are remotely interested because it is a pretty quick read; I read it in one sitting, though I wouldn't necessarily suggest doing so due to the heavy content.
WOW. I can't believe it took me this long to pick up this book. I remember reading an article about this story a while back and thinking to myself, "I need to know so much more about this." I truly didn't want the book to end because Rachel's writing was so engaging. A must read for all.
I received a free copy from Netgalley and Tiller Press in exchange for my honest review.
If you're looking for a brief overview of feminist history, this book is for you. It's a relatively quick read that covers many different aspects of global feminism throughout the years. While the women featured were racially diverse, I wish other marginalized groups of women had also been featured.
If you're looking for a brief overview of feminist history, this book is for you. It's a relatively quick read that covers many different aspects of global feminism throughout the years. While the women featured were racially diverse, I wish other marginalized groups of women had also been featured.
CW: homophobia
Another perfect volume from Alice Oseman that tackles the highs and lows of coming out.
Another perfect volume from Alice Oseman that tackles the highs and lows of coming out.
CW: homophobia, self-harm, eating disorder
Just when I thought this series couldn't be any more wonderful... someone please tell Alice Oseman I'm gonna need like 10 more volumes please and thank you.
Just when I thought this series couldn't be any more wonderful... someone please tell Alice Oseman I'm gonna need like 10 more volumes please and thank you.
CW: graphic descriptions and photos of Till's murder, racism
Growing up, I learned in school about Rosa Parks and MLK Jr., but truthfully, did I learn about any other Black people, especially those who were affiliated with the Civil Rights Movement? I don't think I did. We truly have a problem with our white supremacist education system in America. I didn't know anything about police brutality on Black people and other people over color until Trayvon Martin was murdered.
This book takes you through the events preceding Emmett's death, the murder itself, the trial of his murderers, and also discusses how the Civil Rights Movement came shortly thereafter. It is absolutely devastating to read, especially the portion about the trial.
This is another book that is incredibly important and that I would recommend everyone read. It did feel odd to give a star rating on a book of this nature, but I wanted my rating to emphasize its importance. Again, this is another book that I don't feel comfortable giving a five star rating due to its white author.
Growing up, I learned in school about Rosa Parks and MLK Jr., but truthfully, did I learn about any other Black people, especially those who were affiliated with the Civil Rights Movement? I don't think I did. We truly have a problem with our white supremacist education system in America. I didn't know anything about police brutality on Black people and other people over color until Trayvon Martin was murdered.
This book takes you through the events preceding Emmett's death, the murder itself, the trial of his murderers, and also discusses how the Civil Rights Movement came shortly thereafter. It is absolutely devastating to read, especially the portion about the trial.
This is another book that is incredibly important and that I would recommend everyone read. It did feel odd to give a star rating on a book of this nature, but I wanted my rating to emphasize its importance. Again, this is another book that I don't feel comfortable giving a five star rating due to its white author.
CW: bulimia, alcoholism, infidelity, drug use; brief mentions of police brutality, school shootings, gang rape, and suicide
I listened to one of Glennon's other books on audio prior to reading this book and I absolutely loved listening to her tell her story. I read a physical copy of this one and it took a while for me to really get into it. But then I started to see myself in Glennon's story, as someone in recovery, as someone who has a complicated relationship with religion and the church. And then I couldn't put this book down.
I listened to one of Glennon's other books on audio prior to reading this book and I absolutely loved listening to her tell her story. I read a physical copy of this one and it took a while for me to really get into it. But then I started to see myself in Glennon's story, as someone in recovery, as someone who has a complicated relationship with religion and the church. And then I couldn't put this book down.
CW: rape, self-harm
I first read this book probably 15 years ago and it is still such an important read.
I first read this book probably 15 years ago and it is still such an important read.
CW: police brutality, racism, microagressions, police shooting
The only reason this was a two sitting book is because I was so exhausted and couldn't keep my eyes open to finish it. But let me tell you, I wanted to read it all in one night because it was SO GOOD. This is my first of Nic Stone's books, but it definitely won't be my last, especially since Jackpot is already on my bookshelf. I saw a lot of comparisons to The Hate U Give before picking this up and I would say that is accurate, although this book pissed me off a lot more. I found myself yelling at some of the characters multiple times for being such shitty people. I'm definitely looking forward to reading the sequel later this year.
The only reason this was a two sitting book is because I was so exhausted and couldn't keep my eyes open to finish it. But let me tell you, I wanted to read it all in one night because it was SO GOOD. This is my first of Nic Stone's books, but it definitely won't be my last, especially since Jackpot is already on my bookshelf. I saw a lot of comparisons to The Hate U Give before picking this up and I would say that is accurate, although this book pissed me off a lot more. I found myself yelling at some of the characters multiple times for being such shitty people. I'm definitely looking forward to reading the sequel later this year.
CW: racism, microaggressions, bullying
I understand that I am not the target audience for this middle grade graphic novel, but I absolutely loved it. The writing is amazing (I laughed out loud many times), the artwork is INCREDIBLE, and the storyline is so engaging. There are a LOT of racial microaggressions in this book and it was a lot of things that I remember hearing kids say in school while growing up. I think this is a perfect book for students to read because it could be very eye-opening to see the impact their words have on others.
Amazing book, can't wait for the sequel to come out this fall.
I understand that I am not the target audience for this middle grade graphic novel, but I absolutely loved it. The writing is amazing (I laughed out loud many times), the artwork is INCREDIBLE, and the storyline is so engaging. There are a LOT of racial microaggressions in this book and it was a lot of things that I remember hearing kids say in school while growing up. I think this is a perfect book for students to read because it could be very eye-opening to see the impact their words have on others.
Amazing book, can't wait for the sequel to come out this fall.