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Brutally Honest: Mel B's Tell-All Memoir by Melanie Brown, Louise Gannon
2 reviews
bookswithlauren's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
5.0
I have always been a fan of Mel B, so when she brought out her own book, I was really looking forward to reading it.Â
The title of the book is cleverly chosen as she really was brutally honest throughout. Mel B does not shy away from details of her abusive relationship, enjoyment of sex, struggles with drugs and alcohol, or her family life. This makes it such an important tool for other people to learn, to feel seen, to relate to. It is admirable and brave to be so honest in a world full of criticism.
I really enjoyed reading this book and despite the somewhat chaotic structuring of the book, it was a reflection on Mel B's ADHD and her choice to keep the structuring the way her brain created it, is in itself a tool to others and a way for other people with the condition to feel understood and seen.
Having the audiobook narrated partly by Mel and other members of her family and friends only increased the connection with the reader and enjoyment of the book.
The title of the book is cleverly chosen as she really was brutally honest throughout. Mel B does not shy away from details of her abusive relationship, enjoyment of sex, struggles with drugs and alcohol, or her family life. This makes it such an important tool for other people to learn, to feel seen, to relate to. It is admirable and brave to be so honest in a world full of criticism.
I really enjoyed reading this book and despite the somewhat chaotic structuring of the book, it was a reflection on Mel B's ADHD and her choice to keep the structuring the way her brain created it, is in itself a tool to others and a way for other people with the condition to feel understood and seen.
Having the audiobook narrated partly by Mel and other members of her family and friends only increased the connection with the reader and enjoyment of the book.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Panic attacks/disorders, Emotional abuse, Gaslighting, Grief, Alcohol, Physical abuse, Pregnancy, Rape, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, Suicide attempt, Toxic relationship, Addiction, Drug use, Sexual content, Alcoholism, Self harm, Sexual violence, Violence, Body shaming, Bullying, Cursing, Death of parent, Domestic abuse, Drug abuse, Injury/Injury detail, Medical content, Medical trauma, Mental illness, and Sexual assault
zoegrace's review against another edition
dark
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
4.5
This is an incredible read. I highly recommend the audiobook version of this book. Mel left a beautiful author's message explaining how she made the writing and recording process accessible for her. At the end of the audiobook is also an interview with her and Louise Gannon unpacking their method for writing the book as Mel was navigating PTSD.Â
Please see the content warnings as this book contains graphic content on: domestic violence, sexual violence, addiction, substance abuse and PTSD.
Please see the content warnings as this book contains graphic content on: domestic violence, sexual violence, addiction, substance abuse and PTSD.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual assault, Sexual harassment, Domestic abuse, Drug abuse, Drug use, Alcohol, Alcoholism, Addiction, Violence, and Child abuse
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