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ysabarro's review
3.0
In brief discussions, Roy elucidates her stand on the issue of free markets, the hypocrisy of "human rights", and the limiting power of non-government organizations. The book also shows intimate connections between Roy, Cusack, Snowden, and Ellsberg.
mishnah's review
hopeful
informative
fast-paced
3.75
john cusack seems like a nice guy but he’s kind of dead weight here
harishwriter's review against another edition
4.0
thought-provoking conversation/reflection on concept of nation, patriotism, mass surveillance, police state. However, the conclusion is too abrupt.
mdmama68's review
Chose this because I have been a long-time fan of John Cusack. It was not what I was expecting in format or content but it was definitely informative and politically eye-opening. It's a small read but packed with information. Not sure if it changed my views on the content but I understand better now the events surrounding. Recommend if you are looking for answers in the politics of government arena.
jen_n_taylor's review against another edition
5.0
This book introduced me to the writing of Arundhati Roy, and for that I am grateful.
unapologetic_bibliosmia's review against another edition
5.0
A real, punching and important little book. I really enjoyed the narratives by Arundhati Roy & John Cussack, loved their completely uninhibited views and loved their recounts of interactions with key political figures such as Edward Snowden. There are so many quotes that I needed to write down from this and it was so refreshing to see such against the grain political views aired so freely.
I feel like I need to digest and read again.
I feel like I need to digest and read again.
hspaulds's review
4.0
A very quick, fascinating read. I loved the observations Roy and Cusack had, and also loved getting more insight about Snowden and Ellsberg. There's a lot of important observations that I think apply even more these days. Definitely planning on rereading this a few times.