brittzablo's review against another edition
4.0
I read this one shortly after moving to Seattle (so maybe 8, 9 years ago). I remember being very moved, shocked, surprised, and encouraged. Years later, bits of this book are brought to the forefront of my thoughts throughout my everyday life. It does share some very graphic and raw really life situations.
leasummer's review against another edition
5.0
This is a powerful, well written account of the atrocities many women face around the world. It covers horrific topics in a way that keep you reading and fill you with hope. I cannot say how much I appreciate a book like this where the last chapter is about how you can help. This should be required reading for everyone.
mollywithcurls's review against another edition
5.0
This is a fantastic book. In true Kristof style, he truly captures emotion and people in telling about the tragedies that ale human society. While I was familiar with most of what is discussed in this book, I really appreciated the way that Kristof demonstrated how aid, particularly international aid on a small scale (i.e. microloans, personal sponsorship and volunteering) can make a huge difference in people's lives and the grassroots efforts to end gender discrimination in its many forms throughout the world. This book is a call to action and it definitely burned a fire under my feet!
karimorton33's review against another edition
3.0
A heartbreaking look at the humans rights issues that affect women worldwide. I almost can't believe the horrible atrocities that are committed against women, because it's so brutal and incomprehensible. I enjoyed learning about each individual woman's story and seeing the power and strength they have. I have to admit that I am usually not swayed by others' reviews of something, but after reading some of the 1 star reviews of this book, I do agree with those that mentioned the tone of the writing could have been better. It did come from a very North American centric view of things, however I still liked the book for the fact that it made me more aware of things happening around the world. I would have enjoyed more in-depth analysis and less of a male-centric writing style.
lehunt6061's review against another edition
5.0
great insight into the harsh realities many women face everyday - inspiring stories of young girls and the transformative impact education and medicine can have on their lives
moogen's review against another edition
3.0
This is a good and worthy read. I would have liked to spend a bit more time with each girl and woman. Some of the stories seemed a tad cursory
emilyusuallyreading's review against another edition
5.0
This book is completely perspective-altering. I would recommend it to anyone, as well as the two-part documentary on Netflix.
These are stories of women who have been through terrible suffering, overcome, and now stand strong and fierce. These are women who empower other women. And reading about them makes my heart sing.
These are stories of women who have been through terrible suffering, overcome, and now stand strong and fierce. These are women who empower other women. And reading about them makes my heart sing.