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creolelitbelle's review against another edition
4.0
I found this to be a gripping account of the water crisis that happened in Flint, Michigan. Being from Louisiana, I knew little about the crisis and its implications on residents prior to going into the book. The authors provide insight from a plethora of types of people from across Flint, the state, and from some even outside the state entirely. Photos of the people affected are placed throughout the book to place faces to the names of people hurt by this government neglect. As I read, I was shocked at the consequences of using Flint River water and now understand why some people are concerned with drinking tap water in general. Average citizens do not know how well our water infrastructure is maintained, which results in us trusting the government to do its job and upkeep the system. When that does not happen, the effects are dire, as shown by the city of Flint. This is a good read that not only shows the disaster and its effects but also the community that formed of the area people.
melbsreads's review against another edition
challenging
informative
sad
fast-paced
4.0
Trigger warnings: systemic racism, classism, health conditions
This was extremely compelling and fast paced. I knew aspects of the story of Flint and its water issues, but I didn't know the specific details, particularly in regards to health conditions, lead levels and the complete and utter lack of communication between the community and the powers that be. It was a thorough overview of the problem and its consequences, and I flew through it.
This was extremely compelling and fast paced. I knew aspects of the story of Flint and its water issues, but I didn't know the specific details, particularly in regards to health conditions, lead levels and the complete and utter lack of communication between the community and the powers that be. It was a thorough overview of the problem and its consequences, and I flew through it.
story_sanctuary's review against another edition
5.0
I didn’t know much about what happened in Flint, Michigan with the water crisis. I remembered hearing something about lead in the pipes and seeing shocking footage of a resident turning on her tap and brown, gross water coming out of it. But that was about the extent of my knowledge.
Then I read POISONED WATER. And I kept thinking, this is happening in my country. I kept waiting for some leader somewhere within the government to take a stand for the rights of the citizens. For their children. Because having access to clean drinking water is such a basic human right that until reading this book, I had taken it completely for granted.
As the residents organized and raised alarm bells and continued to report problems, I kept thinking, surely this time it will bring about some change.
I can’t help admiring the citizens who continued to speak out, kept making phone calls, persisted in reaching out to anyone who would listen. The author makes it clear that those are the real heroes in the story of Flint.
I think this is a must-read book for teens and adults. It’s really accessible and straightforward, easy to read, but in no way dumbed-down. It’s packed with personal stories, facts, timelines, and references to other resources. I highly recommend POISONED WATER.
Note: I received a free copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.
Then I read POISONED WATER. And I kept thinking, this is happening in my country. I kept waiting for some leader somewhere within the government to take a stand for the rights of the citizens. For their children. Because having access to clean drinking water is such a basic human right that until reading this book, I had taken it completely for granted.
As the residents organized and raised alarm bells and continued to report problems, I kept thinking, surely this time it will bring about some change.
I can’t help admiring the citizens who continued to speak out, kept making phone calls, persisted in reaching out to anyone who would listen. The author makes it clear that those are the real heroes in the story of Flint.
I think this is a must-read book for teens and adults. It’s really accessible and straightforward, easy to read, but in no way dumbed-down. It’s packed with personal stories, facts, timelines, and references to other resources. I highly recommend POISONED WATER.
Note: I received a free copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.
hannahreadslotsofbooks's review against another edition
4.0
I liked this book on the Flint water crisis a lot better than Dr. Mona’s book. I liked that it included multiple perspectives of the crisis including the victims, which I felt Dr. Mona’s book was lacking. The story was easier to follow and explained unfamiliar terms in a comprehensive way.
dragoneyes451's review against another edition
3.0
I wanted more out of this. Sure it provides the facts, but the story was a bit too sensationalized for my liking.
kickpleat's review against another edition
5.0
Wow, a crushing, rage-inducing book about a city that utterly failed its citizens. Heart-filled, gripping and thorough, this book not only documents how money managers poisoned the water and hid the results, but it also shows the strength of the people of Flint. Plus, it's a YA book! An excellent read.
isweedan's review against another edition
5.0
Compellingly horrifying. I could not stop reading parts aloud to people nearby.
kruggergurl's review against another edition
3.0
Very interesting information. Jumped around with numerous accounts of people affected so sometimes it got a little confusing.
schmidtat's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
hopeful
informative
medium-paced
4.5
jenennap29's review against another edition
5.0
While reading this I would periodically take sips of water from my water bottle. As the story went on it became harder and harder for me to drink the water. I so carelessly take for granted clean water in a way that if this water crisis were to happen to me I am not sure I would have the resiliency that the citizens of Flint had.
I lived on the periphery of this event in Lansing during the beginning of the crisis. I had no inkling of what was going on but knew it was serious. In my junior year of college, I had the chance to go to Flint with an NAACP group at MSU. We spent an afternoon in Flint talking with residents and delivering bottled water to homes. It was both devastating and inspiring. The spirit of these people was relentless.
I truly hope to be able to teach this book to my 7th-grade students this year as I feel it will provide them with more inspiration to stand up for what they believe in and to recognize the injustices in the world around them.
I lived on the periphery of this event in Lansing during the beginning of the crisis. I had no inkling of what was going on but knew it was serious. In my junior year of college, I had the chance to go to Flint with an NAACP group at MSU. We spent an afternoon in Flint talking with residents and delivering bottled water to homes. It was both devastating and inspiring. The spirit of these people was relentless.
I truly hope to be able to teach this book to my 7th-grade students this year as I feel it will provide them with more inspiration to stand up for what they believe in and to recognize the injustices in the world around them.