DaMaris Hill

Okay, first off, DaMaris B. Hill has not one but TWO PhDs (in English & women and gender studies) and she was in the Air Force. Wow. And second, this book is phenomenal. I can't say I like it, because its contents aren't something to 'like.' It's full of histories and personalities of real women I'd never heard of before -- and that makes me angry. Every white person should be made to read this book. Since March 26 of this year, 3 historically black churches in Louisiana have been burned down within 10 days of each other. They've been called "suspicious," but really they're not suspicious at all. I know who did it. You know who did it. And why. We may not yet know the name(s), but we know what they look like.

Read my full review here.… (más)

Beautiful poetry filled with raw emotion: pain, anger, and resentment.The women Hill describes wanted love, respect and compassion. When they realize they had been used, abused, tricked, and kicked to the curb, they felt forced to defend themselves by retaliating. Cost them their lives.

Beyond stunningly sad but.. showed a strength these women needed to take control of their lives, re-gain their self-respect and demand their humanity.

Enlightening book; but don't expect a pleasant or comfortable read.… (más)