A review by ezichinny
The Garçonnière by Ali MacLagan

Ok, I have read the book and I won't rate it. I don't hate it but I don't like the subject matter. Now I will address those asking people what's wrong with those who are objecting to this issue or insisting they read the book before having a discussion.

1. You DO NOT have to read this book to discuss this matter. The issue isn't about the author's writing (which was just fine) but about the SUBJECT MATTER and CONTENT.

2. Just because YOU don't get why people are upset doesn't invalidate their objections to the subject.

3. It may be HISTORY to you, but that it's still a current PAINFUL reality for some people. If you don't believe that, I challenge you to bring your "interracial love" to Vuida, Texas and see "history" in 2015. Those who chose to rate this book a 5-star, Thanks for that as it tells me who you are!

4. Ironic that an m-m group that feels marginalized can tell another minority to basically get over it since there are other stories touching on equaling touching subjects like Isis and Kidnapped women, Nazi SS officers and concentration camp Jews etc. I'm not going to get into a discussion of slavey, racism and the continued effects because the fact that this incident occurred means you don't care.

5. Asking for sensitivity and respect isn't a Censorship attempt. But saying whatever you want when you want shows bad manners and a general disrespect of humankind. Words hurt even more than sticks and stones.

I hope this can be a teaching tool for those who don't understand. There are real hurt feelings here. For those who were told to leave if they were so unhappy, I'm sorry your concerns were so callously disregarded. I feel you.