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danicapage's review against another edition
4.0
This one was thoughtful and well-written. I enjoyed the author's style and the themes she raised. It dealt with some difficult themes such as child sexual assault, mental health, immigration, race, and genetic illness.
It also covered belonging and navigating when there is nowhere you feel you belong.
It also covered belonging and navigating when there is nowhere you feel you belong.
melodys_library's review against another edition
5.0
I could have read this in one sitting, but it was so emotional, that I had to break it up. Searing and honest, and depending upon the essay, distressing to read. Thank you, Grace Talusan, for sharing your story.
stephwiesman's review against another edition
4.0
This memoir kept things on the surface, which given the writers trauma, I can definitely understand. Overall, it was a really good read and I enjoyed learning more about Filipino culture.
fschulenberg's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
reflective
fast-paced
4.0
Really really insightful, gave me a new perspective!
shortasianman's review against another edition
4.0
It took me waaaaay too long to read this and I cannot believe I met this woman.
karinacheah17's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
4.75
Content Warnings
Moderate: Pedophilia, Self harm, and Child abuse
cafeconlactaid's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
reflective
fast-paced
keanusmom's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
medium-paced
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Incest, Pedophilia, Chronic illness, Domestic abuse, Child abuse, Emotional abuse, and Sexual assault