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aaliya87's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
hopeful
informative
reflective
medium-paced
4.25
kiraascottie's review against another edition
5.0
This was an incredibly written memoir that was touching, devastating and heartwarming. A true testament of familial love, an exploration of beliefs and cultural views that intersect with the intrinsic parental unconditional love towards their children, grief, classism and so much more. I adored this so much and will hold this dear to my heart for a long time. Instant recommendation to everyone and anyone!
vampire_burrito's review against another edition
dark
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hopeful
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medium-paced
4.5
starkva's review against another edition
5.0
I absolutely adored this book. It was really well-written. It was painful and raw but so beautiful. Mohsin's family were a spectacular cast of people, and his story was well worth reading. He is a truly inspirational person, having gone on such a journey and now using his platform to advocate for and support others. I am teary but satisfied. Fantastic book.
nicjohnston's review
4.0
The poignant and beautifully written memoir of Mohsin Zaidi, which is an utterly compelling read.
Mohsin comes from a devoutly Muslim background and had the weight of cultural expectation on his shoulders. As oldest son, he should have been first to marry and start a family. However, in his formative years Mohsin struggled with the fact that he was gay. While battling his inner turmoils he goes on a journey from local comprehensive to Oxford, to magic circle law firm to the criminal bar.
A thought provoking and often harrowing account. I listened to the audiobook which is narrated by the author which adds an extra authenticity. Highly recommended.
Mohsin comes from a devoutly Muslim background and had the weight of cultural expectation on his shoulders. As oldest son, he should have been first to marry and start a family. However, in his formative years Mohsin struggled with the fact that he was gay. While battling his inner turmoils he goes on a journey from local comprehensive to Oxford, to magic circle law firm to the criminal bar.
A thought provoking and often harrowing account. I listened to the audiobook which is narrated by the author which adds an extra authenticity. Highly recommended.
reading_sometimes's review against another edition
medium-paced
3.5
The first book that I've read for fun in 2024. It was a little too descriptive for me, but it was a good read.
m_taha52's review against another edition
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5.0
Absolutely enjoyed reading this book. As a gay Muslim, I found a lot of parallels between his life and mine.
shadowrocks8's review against another edition
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5.0
Fantastic memoir, incredibly emotional and ultimately uplifting