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I definitely find this book to be necessary reading for all Black women/femmes. Not only does it touch on how harmful being a ride or die is but it talks about the importance of cishet Black women being more than just accepting of queer folks but doing better, combating homophobia and transphobia. I love that this is also a love letter that tells Black women/femmes to abandon being a ride or die while also being a reality check and a gentle but firm call in about how cishet Black women may be harmful while also experiencing harm. Please read this! While this is definitely for Black femmes/women, I do believe people who are not this should read it to gain some necessary insight.

rejena's review against another edition

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challenging emotional informative inspiring reflective tense fast-paced

4.75

4eyedgirl_'s review

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informative inspiring fast-paced

4.0

rachelmax1005's review against another edition

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reflective fast-paced

4.0

killahkayyy_'s review

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4.0

This was a very interesting quick read that read like a memoir with research included. I valued the author’s experiences throughout that really gave a good picture on all the topics she discussed. Her writing had good flow and I loved the nods to hip-hop throughout. It was a very refreshing, modern take on feminism that I gained a lot from. After finishing this novel I definitely recognize areas in my life I can afford to make changes to as well as vice versa.
I can honestly say I’m really glad I read this and I would definitely recommend it to others.

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