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latida94's review against another edition
funny
sad
fast-paced
5.0
It's amazing how much life one person can live in their life.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child abuse and Addiction
wanderonwards's review
emotional
funny
informative
reflective
fast-paced
4.0
I think the most important thing about this book is how it reminds you to think of the stories everyone around you has & how people in positions of power shape a public narrative that's not necessarily true. Even though this is short, I've learned about so many people who history probably would not have remembered.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content, Racism, Addiction, Child abuse, and Drug abuse
Moderate: Homophobia and Drug use
tatiana_luz's review against another edition
emotional
funny
reflective
fast-paced
4.0
Tanqueray is such a compelling read. The story is short, but so blunt and outlandish that it guaranteed to entertain readers. At the same time, there is a story outside the performance. Stephanie deserved her time was well, and this book makes sure she has her moment.. I'm glad I got to learn about the woman as well as the persona.
My only major complaint is that the story is almost entirely the story presented on Humans of New York. However, it was nice to have it all to read at once. I wish some of the stories had gone more in depth. But telling your own story can be tough, so I won't complain much. I liked the additional photos between the stories. Readers are able to see personal and societal history that way. It was fascinating to see.
My only major complaint is that the story is almost entirely the story presented on Humans of New York. However, it was nice to have it all to read at once. I wish some of the stories had gone more in depth. But telling your own story can be tough, so I won't complain much. I liked the additional photos between the stories. Readers are able to see personal and societal history that way. It was fascinating to see.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content, Drug abuse, and Child abuse
Moderate: Addiction
aparizo704's review against another edition
emotional
funny
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
4.0
Like many others, I was introduced to Stephanie’s story through Brandon’s Humans of New York (HONY) Instagram page. When Brandon announced a book was in the works, I preordered as soon as I could. There were numerous traits that drew me to Stephanie, like her candid sense of humor and refreshing honesty. Stephanie/Tanqueray is an inspiring woman who survived more than most people would experience in a lifetime. Her voice makes you feel closer to her in both a familial sense and proximity, with pages making you lean in like you’re listening to your grandmother recount a shocking story. My only complaint is that I wish the book were longer.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexual content
Minor: Drug abuse and Addiction
missmali's review against another edition
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Drug abuse, Sexual content, Death, Addiction, Emotional abuse, Pregnancy, and Racism
ljg765's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
inspiring
fast-paced
4.5
Content Warnings
Minor: Sexual content, Drug abuse, Drug use, Alcohol, and Addiction
There is frank talk in this book. The author does not shy away from the events happening to and around her. However, nothing goes into huge detail.
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