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reydeam's review against another edition
4.0
While I had issues with the writing/tone considering its marketed as a memoir...the story itself is so worth reading. The story has enlightened me to a culture and lives of others that I really had no understanding of before, and now I have a larger understanding even though still lacking.
While I do have some issues with the writing and flow of the story, this is one of those books where I would recommend it to all. But do know, the beginning is rather slow as Malala takes you through the history and culture of her land - her country. I realize the pace and history-packed beginning may be off putting to some, I encourage you to stick with it as the pay off is large.
I do plan to encourage my children to read this book, all of my kids even the youngest (I am looking into the book's youth edition)....the story is that good.
I Am Malala has opened conversation, and has enabled me to have a better perspective on various issues. It truly is a worthy story to be read and know.
While I do have some issues with the writing and flow of the story, this is one of those books where I would recommend it to all. But do know, the beginning is rather slow as Malala takes you through the history and culture of her land - her country. I realize the pace and history-packed beginning may be off putting to some, I encourage you to stick with it as the pay off is large.
I do plan to encourage my children to read this book, all of my kids even the youngest (I am looking into the book's youth edition)....the story is that good.
I Am Malala has opened conversation, and has enabled me to have a better perspective on various issues. It truly is a worthy story to be read and know.
emeszee's review against another edition
5.0
Okay, so I think this was the best memoir I've ever read??
Nonfiction usually bores me tremendously, but Malala's story was an exception. Her writing style gave life to her story, and I was able to read the whole thing in a sitting. Her thoughts about the events that occurred helped me sympathize with her.
Overall, this book is worth a read.
Nonfiction usually bores me tremendously, but Malala's story was an exception. Her writing style gave life to her story, and I was able to read the whole thing in a sitting. Her thoughts about the events that occurred helped me sympathize with her.
Overall, this book is worth a read.
atwood_montgomery's review against another edition
3.0
So, I have to be honest. Malala's story is inspiring and scary and wonderful all at the same time, but this book was just so-so for me. I had a hard time staying engaged, but that could be because of outside distractions. I would recommend this book to anyone interested in reading a young woman's account of life in Pakistan during Taliban occupation as long as they are open to reading about her faith in God, as well. I'd read this again.
emilymoran14's review against another edition
emotional
inspiring
medium-paced
4.75
Really great book. Malala is an inspiration
jwolfpack's review against another edition
2.0
I so badly wanted to enjoy this book. After hearing bits and pieces of Malala's story in the news over the years, I wanted to get the whole shebang from the girl herself. What I ended up getting was a book of disjointed stories, awkward paces, and subtle boasting.
I would recommend this book purely for page 189 and onwards. That is where the true "action" happens.
I would recommend this book purely for page 189 and onwards. That is where the true "action" happens.
mariasierra's review against another edition
5.0
this book was so amazing, it was so motivational, emotional, and empowering. definitely recommend everyone regardless of gender to read this.
dumaurier's review against another edition
4.0
one of the most fascinating young women. super thankful for the context this book provides about pakistani history and malala’s family. can’t wait for her future memoir which will hopefully actually be written by her.
crystalstarrlight's review against another edition
4.0
Bullet Review:
I'm not going to write up a review, because how can you REALLY judge another person's life? I will just say this: Malala's story is incredible, no small bit to her extraordinary parents (and of course herself, but I don't think had she had different parents, she would have ended up quite like this). Compared to many other celebrity kids (I'm looking at you Justin Bieber, Gabrielle Douglas, and Miley Cyrus - which, BTW, the latter would be far more interesting NOW than when she got a book deal, hot off Hannah Montana), this one is well written, interesting, in-depth and comprehensive. For someone who knew next to nothing about Pakistan before reading this, I learned loads and never felt lost.
Definitely a great read and what an admirable young woman! I think she will be a powerful leader and is a great example of how Millennials aren't the greedy slobs living in basements parasiting off their parents' incomes that journalists like to paint them.
I'm not going to write up a review, because how can you REALLY judge another person's life? I will just say this: Malala's story is incredible, no small bit to her extraordinary parents (and of course herself, but I don't think had she had different parents, she would have ended up quite like this). Compared to many other celebrity kids (I'm looking at you Justin Bieber, Gabrielle Douglas, and Miley Cyrus - which, BTW, the latter would be far more interesting NOW than when she got a book deal, hot off Hannah Montana), this one is well written, interesting, in-depth and comprehensive. For someone who knew next to nothing about Pakistan before reading this, I learned loads and never felt lost.
Definitely a great read and what an admirable young woman! I think she will be a powerful leader and is a great example of how Millennials aren't the greedy slobs living in basements parasiting off their parents' incomes that journalists like to paint them.