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tattooedlibrary's review
slow-paced
1.5
i don’t usually rate memoirs but this was poorly written, had no real message, and was littered with weird comments that were never really addressed (racism, fatphobia, ableism). the writing was choppy and very ‘tell’ instead of ‘show.’ random bits of information would be thrown in and i would be very confused about how we got there.
miraveta's review against another edition
emotional
funny
reflective
5.0
probably the memoir I've most enjoyed reading, even when it would get mean
caitfoges's review against another edition
4.0
~ 4.0 ~
I picked up this memoir off and on for a couple of months and enjoyed it every time. I didn't realize how much I had not considered about being deaf until I read these pages. Terry certainly does not romanticize her condition, seeing it as a major hindrance and source of shame. I think it's important to mention that this is just one way to experience deafness - I've read others' comments about the positive aspects of big-D Deaf culture and I think I'd like to read a voice from that community soon. It's also worth noting that Terry is hilarious af. If you appreciate sardonic situational humor, this will be right up your alley. I do wish she had explored more of the queer aspect of her identity, as I felt this was a bit glossed over, but overall this was an insightful and entertaining read.
I picked up this memoir off and on for a couple of months and enjoyed it every time. I didn't realize how much I had not considered about being deaf until I read these pages. Terry certainly does not romanticize her condition, seeing it as a major hindrance and source of shame. I think it's important to mention that this is just one way to experience deafness - I've read others' comments about the positive aspects of big-D Deaf culture and I think I'd like to read a voice from that community soon. It's also worth noting that Terry is hilarious af. If you appreciate sardonic situational humor, this will be right up your alley. I do wish she had explored more of the queer aspect of her identity, as I felt this was a bit glossed over, but overall this was an insightful and entertaining read.
rwlongino's review against another edition
3.0
I really enjoyed this book and am glad to see more memoirs being written by those stigmatized in our society. Galloway writes with humor and humility and I am grateful for this chance to understand the world through her perception.