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A review by karissayoung
Who Gets Believed?: When the Truth Isn't Enough by Dina Nayeri
4.0
3.75 – An important read about unconscious bias that sheds light on societal issues that are often overlooked by those who are unaffected. Interweaving a variety of heavy stories and case studies with philosophical thought, Nayeri first posts the question: why are honest asylum seekers dismissed as liars? before more broadly questioning, who gets believed? It is a thoughtful text that urges readers to reconsider what they believe to be true, and be open to changing perspectives when new information is revealed.
The text is informative with elements of a memoir – Nayeri includes personal experiences such as her views on her brother-in-law’s mental health challenges as an example of personal bias and re-evaluation. I did find that the structure of the book was a bit disorganized and difficult to follow, but if readers focus on the author’s thesis, this is a worthwhile read.
Thank you to NetGalley, Catapult, and Dina Nayeri for this ARC of Who Gets Believed?: When the Truth Isn't Enough.
The text is informative with elements of a memoir – Nayeri includes personal experiences such as her views on her brother-in-law’s mental health challenges as an example of personal bias and re-evaluation. I did find that the structure of the book was a bit disorganized and difficult to follow, but if readers focus on the author’s thesis, this is a worthwhile read.
Thank you to NetGalley, Catapult, and Dina Nayeri for this ARC of Who Gets Believed?: When the Truth Isn't Enough.