A review by vaniavela
White Tears/Brown Scars by Ruby Hamad

challenging emotional informative reflective slow-paced

5.0

The book is deep, to-the-point, and exhaustive, explaining the ways in which white women oppress women of color. It also does a wonderful job outlining how white women's vulnerability is both a weakness (under white patriarchy) and a weapon (against people of color)

While I recommend it to all people, I warn you: this is not an easy book. It will call you on your heels and grab your attention. Feeling uncomfortable? Perfect, that's the point. 

It focuses on Arab, Native American, Black, Asian (especially East Asian) and Latina women. I found it to be an appropriate mix of historical elements, background, the modern day, and personal experiences. In addition, the chapters are linked in a logical and understandable manner.   

I found this book to be exceptionally well-researched and comprehensive. I encourage you to read this wonderful work. 
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