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kaitkat2213's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
informative
inspiring
reflective
slow-paced
_tamara8464's review against another edition
5.0
I wish I had this book growing up. To me, it speaks so much truth to the Black women's experience in life. I'm surprised it is based in the UK. It talks about the lack of make-up selection for Black Women in stores. An issue that make up companies didn't take seriously until Rihanna came out with her make up line and it was highly successful. It talks about bold and overt racism, what "Becky with the good hair means", hair in general, mental health and why "praying about it" isn't always enough, how Black women are resilient. It also mention the idea of "token". This concept I'm very aware but have never read about in such a bold way. It also talks about the cultural influences and pressure that is placed on young Black girls.
This book is a big "You are Not Alone" sign to every Black Women.
This book is a big "You are Not Alone" sign to every Black Women.
aoispice's review against another edition
informative
reflective
sad
slow-paced
3.5
This book is pretty good for younger Black girls in their teens and maybe early 20s. It brings to light that Black women are a victim of the system and how society treats them, but also uplifts and helps those who need a helping hand and are unsure with life. Unfortunately I don't feel like it was made for me, but rather to educate others on what to do or how Black women are in life. I wanted more relatable experiences and stories but maybe the sequel will be better?
sophieroseobooks's review against another edition
4.0
Despite me not being the target demographic for this books (white middle class woman) I found it very interesting and insightful into the lives of black women. It allowed me to gain an understanding of what black womenswear deal with daily. However saying that I didn’t think there were many tips for those women it was mostly a book explaining the struggles they already know they have? I guess if they are feeling alone this book Is somewhat comforting knowing they are not alone in these issues.
black_matilda's review against another edition
challenging
informative
reflective
sad
slow-paced
2.5
Really didn't enjoy this book. I think there are two potential target audiences...
1. White women who say they are 'listening and learning'
2. Younge Black girls/women still developing their knowledge and understands of the world
I don't fit either of these demographics. The content didn't feel like new information, it regurgitates things Black people have known for generations and the onl thing in the way of solutions was stories of women who have learned to be palatable to their White employers and business associates.
1. White women who say they are 'listening and learning'
2. Younge Black girls/women still developing their knowledge and understands of the world
I don't fit either of these demographics. The content didn't feel like new information, it regurgitates things Black people have known for generations and the onl thing in the way of solutions was stories of women who have learned to be palatable to their White employers and business associates.
k_kay's review against another edition
It felt more like the book was written for non-black people to understand what education and academia is like for black children to navigate, but didn’t feel like it was written for black girls and women. Reading it was unbelievably boring. I wish more black women would write for black women. I don’t need ten anecdotes that are essentially the same, yes girl I had that experience too can we either get into why that’s messed up or move on, but it felt like after reading the first few chapters, the book repeated itself
coops456's review against another edition
4.0
I'm not the target audience for this book, clearly, but everyone like me should read it. As a white woman in a very white area of the UK, this is an eye-opening read which details the challenges faced by black women in Britain today.
I've been reading about unconscious bias (e.g. [b:Wilful Blindness: Why We Ignore the Obvious at Our Peril|15136511|Wilful Blindness Why We Ignore the Obvious at Our Peril|Margaret Heffernan|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1344390776s/15136511.jpg|14028582]) and it's clear that people of colour battle this on a daily basis in all areas of society. This book should be required reading for anyone who is a gatekeeper to opportunity - from writers and casting directors to teachers and university staff - as well as anyone who is interested in equality and making the world a fairer, more inclusive place.
The big irritation for me is the lack of intersectionality. The word is mentioned once in relation to how race and gender result in a double whammy of discrimination, but other areas are completely ignored. The chapter on dating is entirely heteronormative. LBTQ and disabled people of colour will not find themselves here.
I've been reading about unconscious bias (e.g. [b:Wilful Blindness: Why We Ignore the Obvious at Our Peril|15136511|Wilful Blindness Why We Ignore the Obvious at Our Peril|Margaret Heffernan|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1344390776s/15136511.jpg|14028582]) and it's clear that people of colour battle this on a daily basis in all areas of society. This book should be required reading for anyone who is a gatekeeper to opportunity - from writers and casting directors to teachers and university staff - as well as anyone who is interested in equality and making the world a fairer, more inclusive place.
The big irritation for me is the lack of intersectionality. The word is mentioned once in relation to how race and gender result in a double whammy of discrimination, but other areas are completely ignored. The chapter on dating is entirely heteronormative. LBTQ and disabled people of colour will not find themselves here.
issieburton's review against another edition
5.0
Too many reference points in this book to count. Aptly named The Black Girl Bible I’ll be leaning on Yomi and Elizabeth’s wisdom and the advice of their interviewees for years to come.