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iisa's review against another edition
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism
Moderate: Suicidal thoughts
randisworld's review against another edition
challenging
dark
informative
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
This is interesting. It’s tense. It’s uncomfortable. The main character is exploring, in her head, her relationship to her partner and white supremacy at large as they prepare to visit her partner’s family at their estate in the country. We learn a bit about how the main character moves through a world that she does not belong to and the conflict that exists in her life. This was relatable, for me. It is upsetting b it is a reality for a Black woman living in a world that is unwelcoming to people who look like you. This is a fascinating read.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Racism
gabb_reads's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cancer, Racism, Sexual assault, and Sexual harassment
Moderate: Death
my_plant_library's review against another edition
emotional
informative
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cancer, Racism, and Suicidal thoughts
Moderate: Racial slurs, Sexual harassment, and Colonisation
eve81's review against another edition
challenging
dark
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism and Colonisation
Moderate: Terminal illness
antonia_schuro's review
challenging
emotional
informative
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
I know why people love this book, but english is not my mothertongue and not being from Britain… i think a lot went over my head.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cancer, Racism, Self harm, and Medical content
vif's review against another edition
challenging
informative
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
A really clear and powerful look into what it means to be a black woman in the corporate world. It looks at how class, race and gender plays a role.
Content Warnings
Minor: Cancer, Misogyny, Racial slurs, Racism, Suicidal thoughts, Sexual harassment, and Classism
jesscoast's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
reflective
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75
Brown has perfected the art of saying so much with so few words. This story is the internal monologue of our narrator, which arcs from petty personal annoyances to spanning the breadth of colonialism and systemic injustices. The break down of generational privilege, belonging, old and new money, lineage, expectations, and careers is beautifully woven through the narrative.
Assemblysis a book I think I will return to for a grounding from time to time throughout my life. A quick, punchy, witty and heavy read, I'd recommend it to absolutely anyone.
Assemblysis a book I think I will return to for a grounding from time to time throughout my life. A quick, punchy, witty and heavy read, I'd recommend it to absolutely anyone.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Cancer, Racism, and Colonisation
lochanreads's review against another edition
challenging
dark
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Racism and Suicide
wrackcity's review against another edition
dark
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racial slurs and Racism
Moderate: Cancer