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sydapel's review against another edition
informative
inspiring
reflective
slow-paced
3.0
While I think the premise of this book is incredibly interesting, as someone who is fascinated by fan culture and online fandom, both the bland writing and the decision to be thoroughly non-critical of the ways in which fans express their love for an artist. While I agree that women tend to be more criticized and made fun of for their undying love for artists, acts of stalking, hyper sexualized comments and acts of cyber bullying should solict some reflection rather than justification, and I believe there are ways to do that without belittling what girls believe in. Surprisingly, I was most impressed by the chapters on Amy Winehouse and Ariana Grande, specifically how tragic moments in those fandoms speak to a broader power of respect, community and love for their respective artists.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Death, and Violence
Minor: Alcoholism, Drug abuse, and Injury/Injury detail
miasinfiniteplaylist's review against another edition
informative
reflective
3.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Misogyny and Sexism
Minor: Addiction, Alcoholism, Sexism, Suicide, Violence, and Blood
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