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discoveringkay_'s review against another edition
4.25
Moderate: Addiction, Cancer, Child abuse, Eating disorder, Sexual assault, and Abortion
pagesandplannersabroad's review against another edition
5.0
Graphic: Infertility
Moderate: Sexual assault
Minor: Abortion
ngb1980's review against another edition
2.0
Moderate: Abortion
Minor: Sexual assault
gabbylikestoread's review against another edition
4.0
After reading the first paragraph of the book, it makes so much sense of why she’s made the decisions that she has.
In reading her memoir, I was able to hear her story in her own words. In hearing her share about the way she approached each character she played through anthropological methods and immersion into their lifestyles, it is clear that she takes pleasure in the process of diving deep into the work.
This was such a revelatory experience. There were so many things that Kerry had to overcome that I dealt and deal with personally. Growing up wanting to be perfect, living a duplicitous lifestyle to maintain the facade, and feeling like you need to be put on facade while neglecting the process of learning who I am.
I was NOT expecting this at all. I knew that Kerry and I had literally one thing in common: having a Jamaican mother. (It’s was cool finding out her maternal grandparents are from St Elizabeth like mine are!)
As I always feel when I read a memoir, I am appreciative that she took the time to share such personal struggles and triumphs in her life. Whether you are a fan of Kerry’s work or not, I recommend this one!
Graphic: Cursing
Moderate: Sexual assault and Abortion
Abortion is mentioned and the process of how the procedure is done is mentioned as well.tutti1908's review against another edition
3.0
That's not to say that this wasn't bad. She shared some beautiful moments about her husband, who we all know she's incredibly private about. I also enjoyed getting to know more about her background in terms of theater and why 20-year-old actors are playing teenagers and things of that nature. However, I really just wanted more about the healing process of all the things she's been dealing with. But I'm sending her love. I still adore her. I'm still a gladiator, so it's all good. Ultimately, I give this book a three.
**Summary:** *Thicker Than Water* by Kerry Washington provides interesting insights into her life and career but lacks the depth and emotional exploration I was hoping for.
**Rating:** ★★★☆☆
Moderate: Eating disorder, Miscarriage, and Sexual assault
sbox's review against another edition
3.25
Graphic: Cancer and Sexual assault
Moderate: Miscarriage, Suicidal thoughts, and Abortion
reading_beyond_the_book_cover's review against another edition
4.0
Moderate: Cancer, Eating disorder, Infertility, Miscarriage, Sexual assault, and Abortion
curvycajunreads's review against another edition
3.25
Minor: Sexual assault and Abortion
bmpicc's review against another edition
4.0
I looked at some of the 1 & 2 star reviews. It is amusing that the complaints tend to be about her not sharing enough/expanding on some of the surprises she dropped, or that it was too much about her parents. To this I say, everyone (even famous people) have a right to privacy and the people who raised us (the good and the bad) affect who we are. Who we become.
Graphic: Cancer, Eating disorder, Infertility, Sexual assault, and Abortion
sydcreads's review against another edition
3.5
Moderate: Eating disorder
Minor: Cancer, Sexual assault, and Abortion