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beeta_laskowski's review against another edition
5.0
Here's my struggle - who are any of us to rate someone's life? More specifically, someone's re-telling of their own life.
Though comedy is sprinkled throughout the book, I would say the writing is more told as a heart-to-heart. Talking with a new friend and learning about different corners of their life. I related to many parts of the book and found myself wanting to tell her ME TOO! There were some parts that I didn't entirely connect with but I don't think that's the intention. I think there are 2 specific people this book was intended to reach and that their understanding is all she needs.
Though comedy is sprinkled throughout the book, I would say the writing is more told as a heart-to-heart. Talking with a new friend and learning about different corners of their life. I related to many parts of the book and found myself wanting to tell her ME TOO! There were some parts that I didn't entirely connect with but I don't think that's the intention. I think there are 2 specific people this book was intended to reach and that their understanding is all she needs.
catsbreadbikes's review against another edition
challenging
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
5.0
This book was an absolute delight, and i was genuinely sad when it was over
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcoholism, Cursing, Alcohol, and Sexism
Moderate: Body shaming, Fatphobia, Xenophobia, and Cultural appropriation
Minor: Sexual assault, Islamophobia, Mass/school shootings, Rape, and Panic attacks/disorders
jabrwocky's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
informative
lighthearted
reflective
sad
medium-paced
5.0
thereaderfriend's review against another edition
funny
reflective
medium-paced
3.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body shaming, Alcoholism, and Cursing
Moderate: Sexual assault, Death, and Racism
Minor: Sexual violence, Sexual assault, and Colonisation
wrathofglasses's review against another edition
4.0
Great narrative voice and I love her no-holds barred depiction of her relationship, particularly the ones with her father.
Some of Scaachi Koul’s writing:
http://scaachi.com/writing
Some of Scaachi Koul’s writing:
http://scaachi.com/writing
kellyreadingbooks's review against another edition
funny
reflective
medium-paced
3.5
mini synopsis:
For readers of Mindy Kaling, Jenny Lawson and Roxane Gay, a debut collection of fierce and funny essays about growing up the daughter of Indian immigrants in Canada, "a land of ice and casual racism," by the irreverent, hilarious cultural observer and incomparable rising star, Scaachi Koul.
thoughts:
Overall a very nice collection of thoughts and stories narrated by the author. As typical with collection of essays, there were some that were more impactful than others. This was an overall enjoyable read discussing some heavier topics. On sexual assault and gender norms, I’m not sure if I heard any new viewpoints while they are all still so very true. Some essays on her college days felt like it was for a younger or different audience than myself. I think the essays that really shined were dating outside Indian culture, and her parents disapproval. I liked how she spoke with love and honesty on the differences between her and her parents.
For readers of Mindy Kaling, Jenny Lawson and Roxane Gay, a debut collection of fierce and funny essays about growing up the daughter of Indian immigrants in Canada, "a land of ice and casual racism," by the irreverent, hilarious cultural observer and incomparable rising star, Scaachi Koul.
thoughts:
Overall a very nice collection of thoughts and stories narrated by the author. As typical with collection of essays, there were some that were more impactful than others. This was an overall enjoyable read discussing some heavier topics. On sexual assault and gender norms, I’m not sure if I heard any new viewpoints while they are all still so very true. Some essays on her college days felt like it was for a younger or different audience than myself. I think the essays that really shined were dating outside Indian culture, and her parents disapproval. I liked how she spoke with love and honesty on the differences between her and her parents.
ameserole's review against another edition
4.0
One Day We'll All Be Dead and None of This Will Matter: Essays definitely attracted me with the title. I mean, who wouldn't want to read this book - it just got me hooked.
I've also been on like a non-fiction kind of binge lately and when I saw that this was available at my library I just had to have it! Scaachi is a blessing in disguise. I loved everything about this book. She talks about a whole range of things within this thing, like: dealing with fear, grief, parenting, insecurities, discrimination, sexism, feminism, and a whole bunch more.
Overall, I really enjoyed everything that Koul wrote and probably laughed a whole bunch of times. I liked getting to know more about her and I found it so freaking interesting that she used to work at Buzzfeed! I freaking love that place - I constantly watch their videos on youtube or check their website whenever I'm bored.
Loved this book and can't wait for the next!
I've also been on like a non-fiction kind of binge lately and when I saw that this was available at my library I just had to have it! Scaachi is a blessing in disguise. I loved everything about this book. She talks about a whole range of things within this thing, like: dealing with fear, grief, parenting, insecurities, discrimination, sexism, feminism, and a whole bunch more.
Overall, I really enjoyed everything that Koul wrote and probably laughed a whole bunch of times. I liked getting to know more about her and I found it so freaking interesting that she used to work at Buzzfeed! I freaking love that place - I constantly watch their videos on youtube or check their website whenever I'm bored.
Loved this book and can't wait for the next!