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wallflowerperks's review against another edition
challenging
dark
informative
medium-paced
4.75
fuck. sitting here with my heart racing after that last chapter. this book depicts so clearly so many very real aspects of life that we want to forget about and/or try not to see. I think everyone should read this, especially every Californian.
cemarci's review against another edition
4.5
It grew on me. The book weaves reflective memoir with relevant history. It’s meta and a beautiful homage to how our understanding and relationship to our own life and trauma changes as we do. It was heavy towards the end and as tough to read as some part were related to DV, it does make me want to read her first memoir, Mean.
laura_sackton's review against another edition
Very very good. It was good all the way through but the last essay took it to another level.
vickywoodburn's review against another edition
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4.5
I typically don't read too many essays or memoirs, but I am pleased I took the time to read Myriam Gurba's "Creep: Accusations and Confessions."
Through a series of essays, Gurba explores topics ranging from the stereotypes that are placed on a Queer Mexican woman, to her family's history, to her personal experiences with abusers and creeps. The result is an emotional, complex, heavy, and even funny understanding of the creeps in our world and the dangers that creep around us. It challenges readers to confront their biases and think critically about the people and systems that define our society.
Gurba's unique voice shines through in each essay as she invites us into her life and gives a voice to many victims who cannot tell their stories. Summarizing the complete book is a challenge, but it is certainly a worthwhile read. Perhaps a better descriptor would be to share that I was reading this book while sitting at a restaurant one day. As I got up to leave, the server approached me because she "had to know what I was reading" since I appeared so engaged while reading. Admittedly, I struggled to describe the subject matter, but I showed her the cover and highly recommended it.
While each essay is intriguing, my favorites were "Locas," which told the heartbreaking story of Myriam's cousin Desiree, and "Cucuy," which ties mythical monsters to a real-life serial killer.
The final essay, in particular, which goes in-depth into Gurba's own experience with domestic violence, is exceptionally well-written and provides an intimate look at how easily creeps can blend into modern society. Regardless of one's past, I think many themes and experiences in this book will be relatable to readers, especially those sharing similar identities. Nevertheless, I still highly recommend this book to all readers interested in challenging their assumptions and better understanding the creeps among us. I am eager to read more of Gurba's work.
Through a series of essays, Gurba explores topics ranging from the stereotypes that are placed on a Queer Mexican woman, to her family's history, to her personal experiences with abusers and creeps. The result is an emotional, complex, heavy, and even funny understanding of the creeps in our world and the dangers that creep around us. It challenges readers to confront their biases and think critically about the people and systems that define our society.
Gurba's unique voice shines through in each essay as she invites us into her life and gives a voice to many victims who cannot tell their stories. Summarizing the complete book is a challenge, but it is certainly a worthwhile read. Perhaps a better descriptor would be to share that I was reading this book while sitting at a restaurant one day. As I got up to leave, the server approached me because she "had to know what I was reading" since I appeared so engaged while reading. Admittedly, I struggled to describe the subject matter, but I showed her the cover and highly recommended it.
While each essay is intriguing, my favorites were "Locas," which told the heartbreaking story of Myriam's cousin Desiree, and "Cucuy," which ties mythical monsters to a real-life serial killer.
The final essay, in particular, which goes in-depth into Gurba's own experience with domestic violence, is exceptionally well-written and provides an intimate look at how easily creeps can blend into modern society. Regardless of one's past, I think many themes and experiences in this book will be relatable to readers, especially those sharing similar identities. Nevertheless, I still highly recommend this book to all readers interested in challenging their assumptions and better understanding the creeps among us. I am eager to read more of Gurba's work.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Physical abuse, Child abuse, Torture, Grief, Drug abuse, Sexual assault, Sexism, Racism, Murder, Toxic relationship, Sexual violence, Pedophilia, Lesbophobia, Emotional abuse, Homophobia, Domestic abuse, Death, Rape, Violence, Stalking, Sexual harassment, and Sexual content
rose_mac's review
adventurous
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reflective
tense
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5.0
This book is everything.