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3.64 AVERAGE
3.64 AVERAGE
This was a really fun listen. My favorite parts where when Issa talked about fashion faux paus ( I can relate) and not being the best dancer (I too can relate). I'ved loved her since the Awkward Black Girl Youtube series and LIVE for her HBO show Insecure.
Update: I love that the day I finished listening to this, news came out that Insecure won't be back until 2020 because Issa is BOOKED AND BUSY!!! #BlackExcellence
Update: I love that the day I finished listening to this, news came out that Insecure won't be back until 2020 because Issa is BOOKED AND BUSY!!! #BlackExcellence
adventurous
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
fast-paced
The Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl is Issa Rae's collection of humorous essays that cover her life and misadventures.
Despite the fact I have never seen any of Issa's work, this book caught my eye. I love a good memoir, especially if it's funny. There were plenty of things I enjoyed about this book, especially the stories of her childhood. They were funny and interesting. However, there a few things that rubbed me the wrong way, the one that did so the most was her whole essay on weight. It felt tone deaf and just left me feeling icky.
Overall, it was enjoyable but just missed the mark for me a bit.
Despite the fact I have never seen any of Issa's work, this book caught my eye. I love a good memoir, especially if it's funny. There were plenty of things I enjoyed about this book, especially the stories of her childhood. They were funny and interesting. However, there a few things that rubbed me the wrong way, the one that did so the most was her whole essay on weight. It felt tone deaf and just left me feeling icky.
Overall, it was enjoyable but just missed the mark for me a bit.
hopeful
medium-paced
funny
lighthearted
I enjoyed this and was curious to learn more about her but I think that I could do without the guide section because some bored me.
Most of the stories were not in order and she didn't really go into too much detail of how she blew up and the process of creating ABG etc but it was still an interesting read, if a bit vague.
Most of the stories were not in order and she didn't really go into too much detail of how she blew up and the process of creating ABG etc but it was still an interesting read, if a bit vague.
This was such a quick, fun read. It honestly felt like sitting down with a friend and chatting about life. As a white person, it almost felt like I was eavesdropping on a conversation I had no business being a part of. I loved the stories and the strong narrative voice. My only negative was the seeming lack of focus - the structure was very loose and a bit all over, which is totally fine, other than it's not my preference. Excellent book for those who enjoy memoirs, light-hearted non-fiction, and a glimpse into a different perspective on life.
I enjoyed reading the Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl. I liked the length of the book and the humor, but it was not well organized. I think it would have been better to go in chronological order, instead of the random chapters that take place during various periods of time. However, I still enjoyed reading this so I’m giving it 4 stars.
funny
fast-paced