so-soAudio. This was an interesting story. Given in context of the time it was written, Nazi‘s and fascism was on the rise and Americans weren‘t quite aware of it.
The premise of the story is promising, where the execution didn‘t come through. Didn‘t keep my attention. Story was difficult to keep with; so many characters and disjointed side scenes. The number of times the characters stated, “but it can‘t happen here”, was crazy. That carried the book.
pickThis book was amazing! You have to read it. Ressa is a Philippine American dual citizen, journalist, and Nobel Peace Prize winner. Her story is incredible. She describes her work to preserve the integrity of journalism and democracy in the Philippines, the global south, and the world. What she‘s been through under Duterte and his successor, her fight against Facebook/social media misinformation…it‘s all so relevant. Just take my word and read it.
pick4 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ March 2025 Bookclub Pick
First half better than the 2nd half. Enjoyed that the author came with facts and made historical comparisons. Did not expect it to predict current day issues despite being published in 2017.
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pickThe author admits in the first chapter that fascism is difficult to define and that different characteristics will be emphasised depending on what definition one chooses. The characteristics he chooses to highlight have some uncomfortable resonances this year (2025) considering this book dates from 2014. ⬇
pickI've been meaning to read this since 2017, but kept putting it off. I had to wait awhile for my library hold to come in. So many people are reading this right now. 🤔
This is a succinct list of 20 lessons we (should) have learned from the last century on how to turn away from fascism and tyranny. I feel a need to keep running this info through my brain, so I have also placed holds on the audio and the graphic novel versions of this book.
pickThis book is short in stature and length. And now is a good time to read it. I finished it on a 3 hour flight with plenty of time to delve back into my other book.
