Kaisy

What a story!

Revisado: 02-11-25

There was intense love, hatred, misunderstanding and so much life in between. This story is incredible and had some great twists. I love when a book makes you wonder how you would handle a situation if you were in a character’s shoes. This one did NOT disappoint.

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Definitely worth the listen

Revisado: 01-14-25

Initially I didn’t know what to expect but this book is awesome! Part romance, part historic drama and definitely worth the listen. Intriguing story with a great plot twist.

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An honest, but not pretty picture

Revisado: 03-04-24

The author brings together many speakers, musicians and personalities to recount the life of Bob Marley. At times it is raw and unpleasant but definitely a great story. I love that the book is an honest, sometimes harsh account of an actual person. Definitely worth the time.

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A beautiful, ugly look at America

Revisado: 03-16-23

Simultaneously beautiful and ugly, an internal reflection on America. Part story, part epic poem, part love letter and call to action. Coates captures the grim reality of life in America for people of color and doesn’t soften any of jagged edges. Thought provoking and well worth the time.

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Loved it!

Revisado: 01-16-23

Very insightful, and witty. A journey through the author’s life as a person, therapist and therapist undergoing therapy. Funny and touching. Be prepared to laugh, cry, examine yourself and your relationships.

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A true memoir

Revisado: 11-07-22

A raw and real telling of a man who died way too soon. I knew his work but I wasn’t very familiar with his story. Here we learn about the generational curse of substance abuse, the effects of absent parents, drugs and criminalizing an entire generation. From a child who was trying to find his place in the world under his mother’s harsh, stifling love to a young man who expressed himself through the arts while battling addiction to becoming an advocate for social reform.
I didn’t expect to be taken on such an amazing journey.

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Loved it!

Revisado: 08-22-22

Hilarious, raw, honest, thought provoking and heart breaking. I knew I would enjoy this book (who doesn’t love JVN?) but it made me reflect on how much our experiences shape us.
I also loved listening to the ice skating references.
Hurry up & download the book already!

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A beautiful, touching and at times funny story

Revisado: 07-28-22

What a beautiful a and moving story of Liu’s family origin and how he began acting. Any immigrant’s child can relate to hearing about the sacrifices your parents made just to provide for you and this story is no different. You also have the tale of his awkward and sometimes painful youth and underachieving college years. Loved it!

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Beautiful, painful and inspiring

Revisado: 06-07-22

I didn’t know much of the author’s upbringing when I picked this up but of course like all of her work I was immediately drawn in.
Such a painful, hectic youth that forced her to learn to survive. What we have seen poured out on stage, television and film is explored here and several passages of this book made me reflect on and question my life and choices.
Just read it!
Auntie Viola, thank you for telling your story!

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Hilarious, moving and awesome

Revisado: 05-30-22

As a native Philadelphian I could relate to the Jersey-girl honesty. I liked Michelle Buteau before I listened to this book but now I LOVE her!

Between the family history, tales of puberty’s sudden arrival, dating horrors, dental nightmares, trying to find her way professionally and navigating the road to becoming a parent I was hooked. What a great story and there are some excellent life lessons here.

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