A review by readsbyfatima
Know My Name by Chanel Miller

challenging dark emotional funny hopeful informative inspiring reflective sad tense medium-paced

5.0

I finished this brilliant book while lying on the beach, unable to go for a swim until I had absorbed every word. I got to learn about who Chanel Miller the person is behind the mask of Emily Doe, known for so long as an “unconscious woman raped by Brock Turner”. She is an artist, a magnificent writer, a fiercely protective sister & daughter and a cracking stand-up comedian etc etc etc. She is so many things and more. When I picked up this book, I knew it would be an important story, but I had no idea how amazing of a writer she is. It’s so hard to describe because she really manages to transport you into her shoes and understand what it is to have your identity stripped, your voice silenced and to have to rebuild your life after it was put on hold by a very public and gruelling court trial (AND appeal). Above all, she inspires so much hope and is able to bring levity to the story through her wicked sense of humour and fascinating personality. I enjoyed getting to know you and living in your world for a bit, Chanel. And if you’re reading this and are also a survivor, please know I’m with you. You are worthy. You are valued. You are strong ♥️

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