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thereaderfriend's review against another edition
funny
reflective
medium-paced
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body shaming, Alcoholism, and Cursing
Moderate: Sexual assault, Death, and Racism
Minor: Sexual violence, Sexual assault, and Colonisation
wrathofglasses's review against another edition
4.0
Great narrative voice and I love her no-holds barred depiction of her relationship, particularly the ones with her father.
Some of Scaachi Koul’s writing:
http://scaachi.com/writing
Some of Scaachi Koul’s writing:
http://scaachi.com/writing
kellyreadingbooks's review against another edition
funny
reflective
medium-paced
3.5
mini synopsis:
For readers of Mindy Kaling, Jenny Lawson and Roxane Gay, a debut collection of fierce and funny essays about growing up the daughter of Indian immigrants in Canada, "a land of ice and casual racism," by the irreverent, hilarious cultural observer and incomparable rising star, Scaachi Koul.
thoughts:
Overall a very nice collection of thoughts and stories narrated by the author. As typical with collection of essays, there were some that were more impactful than others. This was an overall enjoyable read discussing some heavier topics. On sexual assault and gender norms, I’m not sure if I heard any new viewpoints while they are all still so very true. Some essays on her college days felt like it was for a younger or different audience than myself. I think the essays that really shined were dating outside Indian culture, and her parents disapproval. I liked how she spoke with love and honesty on the differences between her and her parents.
For readers of Mindy Kaling, Jenny Lawson and Roxane Gay, a debut collection of fierce and funny essays about growing up the daughter of Indian immigrants in Canada, "a land of ice and casual racism," by the irreverent, hilarious cultural observer and incomparable rising star, Scaachi Koul.
thoughts:
Overall a very nice collection of thoughts and stories narrated by the author. As typical with collection of essays, there were some that were more impactful than others. This was an overall enjoyable read discussing some heavier topics. On sexual assault and gender norms, I’m not sure if I heard any new viewpoints while they are all still so very true. Some essays on her college days felt like it was for a younger or different audience than myself. I think the essays that really shined were dating outside Indian culture, and her parents disapproval. I liked how she spoke with love and honesty on the differences between her and her parents.
ameserole's review against another edition
4.0
One Day We'll All Be Dead and None of This Will Matter: Essays definitely attracted me with the title. I mean, who wouldn't want to read this book - it just got me hooked.
I've also been on like a non-fiction kind of binge lately and when I saw that this was available at my library I just had to have it! Scaachi is a blessing in disguise. I loved everything about this book. She talks about a whole range of things within this thing, like: dealing with fear, grief, parenting, insecurities, discrimination, sexism, feminism, and a whole bunch more.
Overall, I really enjoyed everything that Koul wrote and probably laughed a whole bunch of times. I liked getting to know more about her and I found it so freaking interesting that she used to work at Buzzfeed! I freaking love that place - I constantly watch their videos on youtube or check their website whenever I'm bored.
Loved this book and can't wait for the next!
I've also been on like a non-fiction kind of binge lately and when I saw that this was available at my library I just had to have it! Scaachi is a blessing in disguise. I loved everything about this book. She talks about a whole range of things within this thing, like: dealing with fear, grief, parenting, insecurities, discrimination, sexism, feminism, and a whole bunch more.
Overall, I really enjoyed everything that Koul wrote and probably laughed a whole bunch of times. I liked getting to know more about her and I found it so freaking interesting that she used to work at Buzzfeed! I freaking love that place - I constantly watch their videos on youtube or check their website whenever I'm bored.
Loved this book and can't wait for the next!
horfhorfhorf's review against another edition
3.0
Interesting series of essays discussing subjects I hadn't seen addressed in the first person like this before. Found the "check out my neuroses" bit tiring; I've been known to put down essays/memoirs by young people for this reason, glad I powered through the end of Koul's first book, though.
erincataldi's review against another edition
5.0
I was hooked from the get go. Having just read Shrill and other memoirs by Jenny Lawson, Mindy Kaling, etc. this was the perfect fit for me. This memoir by Scaachi Koul, a first generation Indian immigrant living in Canada was heartfelt, hilarious, and impossible to put down. I read it in less than a day. I especially loved the stories about her parents and her zany yet loving, upbringing. I grew up close to a loving Indian family so I know a smidge about their culture, food, and festivals and Koul's stories took me back. Koul also talks about hard subjects like: rape, alcoholism, gender bias, growing up ethnic in a white neighborhood, and struggling with body image. Each chapter is filled with wit, wisdom, and lil' nuggets that will get you thinking. Definitely keeping around for a re-read.