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hullosweetpea's review against another edition
4.5
Graphic: Child abuse, Emotional abuse, Misogyny, Physical abuse, and Violence
Moderate: Sexism and Suicide attempt
Minor: Racism
craftyanty's review against another edition
5.0
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Misogyny, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Domestic abuse and Violence
roohanin's review against another edition
5.0
An intense, emotional rollercoaster that reveals the harrowing consequences of prioritizing religion over humanity. Safia Sinclair's poetic prowess and compelling narrative make this memoir an unforgettable read.
Reading "How to Say Babylon" by Safia Sinclair was an intense and emotional journey that required multiple breaks to process. The memoir is a gripping rollercoaster of emotions, making me cry, and sharing in her anger and despair. Sinclair’s story starkly illustrates the consequences of prioritizing religion over humanity.
Before diving into this book, I was unfamiliar with Rastafarianism. The extensive backstory provided, even before her birth, was enlightening. However, it became clear that her family's extreme practice of religion should not be seen as a definitive representation of Rastafarianism. I suspect there is much more to the faith than what was depicted in her father's household, encompassing both positive and negative aspects.
I rarely use the word "hate" due to its intensity, but I genuinely hated her father throughout the book. His actions were profoundly disturbing. Despite the darkness, I was relieved to see Sinclair eventually finding a support system for her brother and mother.
Safia Sinclair masterfully crafts a coherent and compelling story arc in her memoir. While I typically do not enjoy poetry, as I often struggle to understand it, her poetic prowess shines through her prose. Although some of her poetic language puzzled me, I could still grasp the overarching meanings and emotions she conveyed.
Graphic: Bullying, Child abuse, Cursing, Emotional abuse, Misogyny, Suicidal thoughts, Toxic relationship, Violence, Gaslighting, Colonisation, and Classism
mshahan's review against another edition
4.75
Graphic: Child abuse, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Misogyny, Physical abuse, Suicidal thoughts, Toxic relationship, and Violence
carmina_r's review against another edition
5.0
Graphic: Child abuse and Misogyny
narrnaul's review against another edition
4.75
Graphic: Child abuse, Emotional abuse, Mental illness, Misogyny, Physical abuse, and Sexual assault
jgrayreads's review against another edition
5.0
Graphic: Domestic abuse and Gaslighting
Moderate: Misogyny
Minor: Miscarriage
salemander's review against another edition
5.0
Graphic: Adult/minor relationship, Body shaming, Child abuse, Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Misogyny, Physical abuse, Racial slurs, Racism, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Suicidal thoughts, Police brutality, Suicide attempt, and Colonisation
mmccombs's review against another edition
3.5
Graphic: Child abuse, Domestic abuse, Misogyny, Self harm, Suicidal thoughts, and Religious bigotry
sbox's review against another edition
4.75
Graphic: Domestic abuse, Emotional abuse, Misogyny, Physical abuse, Suicide, and Sexual harassment