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I love the author‘s style of writing, his reflection. In this collection of notes, he speaks on the importance of writing, of how it gives words power, how speaking truth is power. Truth may be forcibly hidden but like the moon, it cannot remain hidden for long. Here, he shares his emotional and physical experiences from his time in Senegal, SC, and Palestine. We must keep writing, reading, reflecting, and acting. There is no other way⬇️

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This was beautifully written and such a powerful story about women. There is so much pressure in being a woman in so many ways and this really touched on a lot of that especially in showing the story of women from a different culture. A lot of heavy topics in this one - pregnancy, abuse, loss. Definitely would recommend.

This series of essays is thought provoking and disturbing and educational and stirring and you can‘t help coming away with a new perspective on the world. My privilege does not exempt me from my own ignorance and I encourage everyone to read and promote Black authors, Indigenous authors, Women authors, and anyone whose voice is underrepresented. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

I never buy hardcovers. But sometimes I can't wait for the paperback to come out. Thankfully my library rocks. I haven't started it yet but I have read him before.

I wished to drink tea with you at night, it means to be happy together... ☕🍂

Coates writes with such a remarkable degree of clarity, integrity, and compassion. The book is comprised of three essay sections where he tells of his journeys- to Senegal, South Carolina, and Palestine. He shares his experiences, observations, insights, and mind rumblings. He is willing to say “I was wrong” and tells of how his opinion changed after learning new information - something we all need to learn to do better. Essential reading.

This novel starts with a woman fleeing from her home and the violence in Gaza in 2001, then goes back and recounts her childhood. It shows how so many are simply trying to live and are prevented from doing so by outside forces. A necessary reminder of the human lives impacted by violence.