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Well, That Escalated Quickly: Memoirs and Mistakes of an Accidental Activist by Franchesca Ramsey
corinth113's review against another edition
5.0
This is so funny!! I know so many people like myself that need to give this book a listen (or a read if you're not into audio books, though hearing it in Franchesca's voice is great). Franchesca reminds those of us who deem ourselves as "woke" that all of us are on different parts of the path, and all of us are human. She shares her blunders as well as her moments of clarity, and they're all so real you can't help but gasp or laugh or roll your eyes or cringe because you've been that person, too. I love this book, and I highly recommend anyone who prides themselves on shutting (!) people (!) down (!) *cough* me *cough* use this as a check-in point to remember where we've been and just how far we have to go.
adeshola's review against another edition
5.0
I loved it
This book exceeded my expectations (which were already high as a kite). So proud of Chesca's journey and can't wait to see what she does next. Quick and easy read, extremely funny. The do's and dont's of activism broken down in only a way Chesca's could!
This book exceeded my expectations (which were already high as a kite). So proud of Chesca's journey and can't wait to see what she does next. Quick and easy read, extremely funny. The do's and dont's of activism broken down in only a way Chesca's could!
biobibliophile's review against another edition
4.0
A self aware journey into being more woke about social justice issues. Engaging and entertaining.
neilsarver's review against another edition
3.0
It's an quick, entertaining book that uses an autobiography to illustrate a how-to guide or provides a how-to guide to balance the autobiography. I feel like I've read a couple books in this little subgenre and generally find them entertaining enough, but can't help thinking that either the autobiography or the how-to guide would have been better without the split focus.
pocketvolcano's review against another edition
5.0
Franchesca Ramsey has written an open, honest, wonderfully written book that, in addition to holding herself accountable, teaches people how to navigate in an online world that is becoming more and more important. She doesn't hold back from explaining her mistakes and showing how she's learned and grown from them. There's a lot we can learn from her, and I'm glad she wrote this. It taught me a lot and pointed me in the right direction to keep learning. Thank you Ms. Ramsey!
sunflowerjess's review against another edition
funny
informative
inspiring
fast-paced
5.0
I laughed and I learned a lot. It was awesome and comforting to hear from someone who didn't really know what they were doing when their activism started, who learned as she went, and who consistently strives to learn more and do better.
bexrecca's review
3.0
I wish I had read this sooner because the chapter about her now ex husband just reads as very, very awkward now.
That being said, I could hear Ramsey's voice while reading this even though I was reading the hardcover and not an audiobook. I hope she does a follow up because so much has changed since this was published in 2018.
That being said, I could hear Ramsey's voice while reading this even though I was reading the hardcover and not an audiobook. I hope she does a follow up because so much has changed since this was published in 2018.
bookslifeandeverythingnice's review
5.0
I received this book for free through Goodreads Giveaways. As always, an honest review.
Well That Escalated Quickly: Memoirs and Mistakes of an Accidental Activist tells the story of Francesca Ramsey’s journey into activism. She starts as a YouTuber with a moderate following and still works her normal daytime job. When her video, Shit White Girls Say to Black Girls, goes viral her life changes. While it’s not immediate stardom, a lot of people have seen her videos and her voice reaches many more people than before. While she didn’t set out to be an activist, she was calling out racism, sexism, and overall not so great behavior. The book takes us through her journey into activism including all the struggles along the way.
I enjoyed the book for it’s serious yet light hearted approach to activism. Sometimes I was cringing along with the author’s stories. I would suggest this memoir to anyone who wants a, dare I say fun, easy approach to learning more about activism and social justice.
There were very few aspects of this memoir that I didn’t enjoy. Some of Franchesca’s past behavior made me cringe. She admits that she was wrong and how she remedied the situations, but they weren’t my favorite parts to read. Also, some of the detail oriented aspects about a career online weren’t the most intriguing parts to me. If you’re interested in that career field, then you might feel differently.
The biggest appeal for me was the honest way the author tells her story. She doesn’t sugar coat or dumb down things, nor does she try to make people feel ignorant. She’s inclusive. She wants to invite people to hear her story and learn along the way. I especially enjoyed the list of offensive words that people don’t realize they’re using and why they’re problematic. Such examples include spirit animal, spas, and lame. I also loved the eulogies for cringe worthy comments; a list of ignorant offensive things that people say and good intelligent comebacks to them. Franchesca also mentions the importance of self care for activists. I especially appreciated this.
Well That Escalated Quickly is a serious informative but fun book that shows the author’s quirky personality. I definitely recommend this approachable memoir.
Well That Escalated Quickly: Memoirs and Mistakes of an Accidental Activist tells the story of Francesca Ramsey’s journey into activism. She starts as a YouTuber with a moderate following and still works her normal daytime job. When her video, Shit White Girls Say to Black Girls, goes viral her life changes. While it’s not immediate stardom, a lot of people have seen her videos and her voice reaches many more people than before. While she didn’t set out to be an activist, she was calling out racism, sexism, and overall not so great behavior. The book takes us through her journey into activism including all the struggles along the way.
I enjoyed the book for it’s serious yet light hearted approach to activism. Sometimes I was cringing along with the author’s stories. I would suggest this memoir to anyone who wants a, dare I say fun, easy approach to learning more about activism and social justice.
There were very few aspects of this memoir that I didn’t enjoy. Some of Franchesca’s past behavior made me cringe. She admits that she was wrong and how she remedied the situations, but they weren’t my favorite parts to read. Also, some of the detail oriented aspects about a career online weren’t the most intriguing parts to me. If you’re interested in that career field, then you might feel differently.
The biggest appeal for me was the honest way the author tells her story. She doesn’t sugar coat or dumb down things, nor does she try to make people feel ignorant. She’s inclusive. She wants to invite people to hear her story and learn along the way. I especially enjoyed the list of offensive words that people don’t realize they’re using and why they’re problematic. Such examples include spirit animal, spas, and lame. I also loved the eulogies for cringe worthy comments; a list of ignorant offensive things that people say and good intelligent comebacks to them. Franchesca also mentions the importance of self care for activists. I especially appreciated this.
Well That Escalated Quickly is a serious informative but fun book that shows the author’s quirky personality. I definitely recommend this approachable memoir.
the_peg's review against another edition
4.0
I picked this one up because Franchesca was a guest on one of my favorite podcasts and she sounded pretty cool. I would definitely classify this book as a memoir as Franchesca recounts her unlikely "rise to fame" and how her career unfolded. But it is also a how-to guide told through her own mistakes on how to give and take criticism with grace, how to be more considerate and thoughtful of how you interact with people, and how to stay open with your own activism. It's activism 101 but approachable. She doesn't tell you to go pick up a bullhorn and start rioting in the streets but instead suggests making sure you understand the language you are using and encourages you to be open and empathetic to those who are disenfranchised.
I highly recommend for anyone who knows they should be more "active" but doesn't know where to start. Just from reading this book I have already started to be more thoughtful about the words I choose to use and how to interact with other people.
I highly recommend for anyone who knows they should be more "active" but doesn't know where to start. Just from reading this book I have already started to be more thoughtful about the words I choose to use and how to interact with other people.