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A review by readingqueerly
Finding Me by Viola Davis
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
slow-paced
4.0
Fuck man, what do I even say about this book? This was not easy to get through, but it did feel necessary to read. The strength this woman has had throughout her life to just keep going against amost literally all odds is incredible. Crazy amounts of talent, hard work, and faith got her through.
This book not only put my own issues into perspective, but it also laid bare some systemic issues (in Hollywood) that I would not have noticed since I've never had to think about it. Looking back now, I see how her work in htgawm is truly game changing in so many ways. Yes there is still a long way to go, but that show truly took the 2010s by storm imo.
The writing style wasn't always my cup of tea. While it mixed the storytelling with the commentary really well, I do feel it was almost literary style. But that's just a personal preference for me as it tends to read a bit slower and I lose my focus quicker.
I truly do recommend this book to anyone who needs a little perspective in life. (But be mindful of content warnings though)
This book not only put my own issues into perspective, but it also laid bare some systemic issues (in Hollywood) that I would not have noticed since I've never had to think about it. Looking back now, I see how her work in htgawm is truly game changing in so many ways. Yes there is still a long way to go, but that show truly took the 2010s by storm imo.
The writing style wasn't always my cup of tea. While it mixed the storytelling with the commentary really well, I do feel it was almost literary style. But that's just a personal preference for me as it tends to read a bit slower and I lose my focus quicker.
I truly do recommend this book to anyone who needs a little perspective in life. (But be mindful of content warnings though)
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child abuse, Emotional abuse, Domestic abuse, Cancer, Alcoholism, Death of parent, and Physical abuse
Minor: Drug abuse, Infidelity, and Medical content