rmwh's review
5.0
Engrossing. Read it in one sitting. As a white woman married to a woman of color, this book hit me hard. At the same time, Jacob made me laugh, reminded me of what real American hope looks like, and made it clear in the most simple, effective ways that we can always do better for one another.
amyjoy's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
5.0
Really beautiful and moving. I love the collage style of Jacob's art, and the way she illustrates faces. The chapter
The writing in this was funny and infuriating and honest, and I love that she ended with
Spoiler
when her father is dying was a tough read right after my dead dad's birthday.The writing in this was funny and infuriating and honest, and I love that she ended with
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hope for her son and his future. It really resonated with me, the way you feel so helpless and adrift until your kids look at your with their brilliant souls. It was perfect.koplomps's review against another edition
informative
reflective
tense
medium-paced
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual harassment, Racism, and Xenophobia
Moderate: Islamophobia, Misogyny, Police brutality, Religious bigotry, Gaslighting, Hate crime, and Sexism
Minor: Cancer, Child death, and Drug use