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A review by readwithmaleah
Not That Bad: Dispatches from Rape Culture by Roxane Gay
5.0
“Don’t ever use an insult for a woman that you wouldn’t use for a man. Say “jerk” or “shithead” or “asshole.” Don’t say “bitch” or “whore” or “slut.” If you say “asshole,” you’re criticizing her parking skills. If you say “bitch,” you’re criticizing her gender.”
One of the most difficult (at times disturbing) books I have read to date. An eye-opener for those who aren't quite sure.... What does it mean to consent? Is a nod enough? Is even saying "yes" enough when your mind wants to scream "NO!"? Is it your fault if you were drinking? Or if you were wearing a low-cut top and flirted a little? Were you "asking for it"? The contributors take a brave stance to answer these questions (and many more) with their raw, real, tragic collection of survival stories.
Not That Bad should be a required read for every parent, every student, every person. Everywhere. It will sit with me forever as I raise my two sons to know the differences between yes and no and maybe, whether those words be verbal or silent. Because it IS that bad.
One of the most difficult (at times disturbing) books I have read to date. An eye-opener for those who aren't quite sure.... What does it mean to consent? Is a nod enough? Is even saying "yes" enough when your mind wants to scream "NO!"? Is it your fault if you were drinking? Or if you were wearing a low-cut top and flirted a little? Were you "asking for it"? The contributors take a brave stance to answer these questions (and many more) with their raw, real, tragic collection of survival stories.
Not That Bad should be a required read for every parent, every student, every person. Everywhere. It will sit with me forever as I raise my two sons to know the differences between yes and no and maybe, whether those words be verbal or silent. Because it IS that bad.