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Black Friend: Essays by Ziwe

mfrisk's review against another edition

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emotional funny hopeful reflective medium-paced

5.0

This book is equal parts funny and emotional and fans of Ziwe will love this read. She talks about her experiences in school, her finding her passion as an artist and a creative, and about her conversations about race with her guests and where these conversations have led her. Lots of footnotes so if that’s not your jam this one may not be for you but I thought they added a ton to the humor of this book and the journey Ziwe took us on as readers. 

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emotional funny hopeful inspiring reflective medium-paced

3.75

arantzazureads's review against another edition

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emotional funny informative inspiring lighthearted reflective fast-paced

5.0

Beyond excellent. Must read.

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tschinkelc's review against another edition

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4.0

throughly enjoyed. is it the most inventive book, not at all. but ziwes essays really speak on race and culture in a digestible way by combining it with pop culture. A good book for anyone who needs racism 101.

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5.0

I love Ziwe & her interviews, she’s also a fantastic writer. Last 2 essays felt just a teeny bit weaker but overall this was an excellent collection.

fabiandtheberts's review against another edition

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funny informative inspiring reflective fast-paced

4.0

gracesullentrup's review against another edition

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emotional funny reflective fast-paced

4.0

bookgirl1209's review against another edition

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4.0

3.5 stars.

A good collection of funny and enlightening essays from comedian and satirist Ziwe. Some made me laugh out loud and some made me really think.

A good quick read when you want to be entertained but also a little educated.

jrafts's review against another edition

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“I believe Buttercup, as a queer icon, deserves a GLAAD Award”

notyourvegetable's review against another edition

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funny reflective fast-paced

3.0