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Summary: No Disrespect Taken
Review: No Disrespect, October 29, 2003
The novel No Disrespect by Sister Souljah is about the life of a young African American woman. Full of stories of triumphs and tribulations, the main character in the book is put into situations that help her grow as not only a woman but also as an African American woman. Sister Souljah No Disrespect takes you on the real journey of her life. She is a writer who isn't scared to express the hardships of life. After reading her first, novel, The Coldest Winter Ever, I knew that I was going to have to read No Disrespect and I was not disappointed. The book begins discussing her childhood and her experiences that she learned from in the projects. It's a real journey of Sister Souljah's life full of knowledge and truth. Her writings in each chapter are about people in her life that both educated her and mis-educated her. With this start Sister Souljah captures the readers attention by causing many different emotions. These experiences for Ms. Souljah have helped her to be the intelligent, courageous, strong woman she becomes by the end of the book. With these experiences the author informs her readers with an understanding of the real African American life. It's a book about a young confused girl who alters into a strong enlightened woman. Throughout the book Sister Souljah the author refers to many experiences in her life that always end up with a resulting lesson. With these lessons Sister Souljah teaches her readers about class, gender, and the prejudices that are associated with them. By the end of the story Sister Souljah refuses to allow people to disrespect her but only gives and expects the respect she always wanted and deserved. No Disrespect is an amazing novel that everyone should read at least one time in their lives.
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Summary: In the end, I understood
Review: Sister Souljah became my favorite writer when I finished The Coldest Winter Ever. I just loved it! This led me to read No Disrespect. The book begins discussing her childhood and how her parents marriage came to end, and as a result her family moved into the projects. Throughout the book she refers to her beauty. She always describes her full figure and constantly compares herself to other women. This became a little boring, until it finally clicks that even with her physical beauty and inner strength, she was extremely vulnerable. She experienced so many trials and tribulations, even though she was well known and respected in the black community.I cannot say enough about this book. Her honesty became clear to me in the end. That I really appreciate. Her depiction of "Black America" is most accurate. I have stated many of these things myself. Read this book only if you're not easily offended (black or white) and if you really want to grow as a person. My props to Sister Souljah for living up to my expectations.!
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Summary: Highly Recommended Page Turner!!
Review: This book chronicles the life of a strong woman dealing with weak men. I think every woman will be able to relate in some way, shape, or form with this book. I don't read often, but this book only took me two days to finish. I couldn't put it down!!
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Summary: Enlightening story that spoke Souljah's truths...
Review: I really enjoyed this novel. After reading "The Coldest Winter Ever", I knew that I had to read this book. Although "The Coldest Winter Ever" was fictional, and "No Disrespect" was more non-fictional, there are overlapping similarities. It is a novel that I felt I could not put down. Souljah talks about her life from childhood, adolescence, and then young-adulthood and reflects on those people in her life that taught her valuable lessons (whether intentionally or unintentionally). As an African American heterosexual woman, I disagree with her views on both homosexuality (I felt that she was a little homophobic and misunderstanding about that aspect of sexuality), and the extent of her talking about interracial dating, the black vs. white issue, etc. However, I respect her opinions and feel that she was speaking her life truths, and what was important in her life. I deeply respect Souljah's opinionated mind, and agree that writing is all about expressing your personal beliefs and truths.
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Summary: Must Read!
Review: This is a very GOOD book. Even though I disagreed with a lot of ideology, I still found her stories compelling. I read this book in 1 day. I was obsessed. I truly couldn't put it down. In many ways her true life story mimics some of the character's in Terry McMillian's "Waiting to Exhale". Intelligent black professional woman gravitating toward destructive relationships. The sacrifices Sista Souljah makes for black men who use and abuse her leave you bewildered. Sista Souljah aks (SS) makes too many excuses for black men which cause her much pain and disrespect. She never once discusses the issue of black men respecting and uplifting black women or even more importantly - themselves. My main dislike (there are a few others) - her racial views. Yes, racism exists. Yes, due to racism we have many ills in our community. ((But now what....she leaves you hangin')) I think she needs to consider writing a separate book addressing this issue. Or at least add a some kind prelude to this book because it might solidify some of her arguments. Instead, (SS) does not explain her racial and political views, she assumes you understand the issues and it's manifestations - this is a big mistake. Instead, it gives you the appearance that she blankets racism as the excuse for ALL negative behavior in our community. This gets redundant and you begin to question whether or not she entertains other possibilities. There was a comment by a reviewer that she came across as having an "I'm all that" attitude about her appearance and intelligence. And (SS) does go at length to discuss her beauty and intelligence - many, many times! But when you look at the choices she makes in her personal life, her attitude only masks her low self-esteem. As you can see this book gets you questioning and thinking about your own views. IT'S A GREAT READ!
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Summary: Like a living Guide
Review: When I read No Direspect I was 16 yrs old and was refeered to read this book from a friend this book was the best book I have ever read and I strongly suggest that every black person read it. I loved this book so much I lent it out and the girl past it on and almost most of the black kids in our class read it and it is still being passed on for people to read. So I bought another one and read the book again to get a better understanding of what was being said.
I think everybody should get this book I have read over 97 books and out of all the books i have read this is my favorite
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Summary: Enjoyed this book a lot
Review: I agree with what Sista Souljah has to say about being socially retarded and just plain not knowing about different types of people that are no good for you. In life I have learned that there are people who you will meet that are not worthy of you knowing on any level. It's nothing personal, but there are just some people who you will meet in life that are just full of it and have no aspirations, goals and/or plans in life. Sista Souljah does speak the truth on many issues such as racism, sexism, being intelligent and at the same time being overlooked in the black community, poverty and education. I would recommend this book to anyone who is willing to question our status as Africans living in America.
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Summary: The Truth!!
Review: I love Sister Souljah's book. The book was her truth and her all the experiences and thoughts put together in the book. I am an avid reader and I could not put the book down. I totally disagree with anyone who could dare say anything negative about the book. It was definitely not boring and not another book on oppression. It was her experiences and her thoughts about her experiences. Anyone who says the book is just about racism is obviously living in a fantasy world. I strongly advise the reading of Sister Souljah!! Any person of color true to themselves can get something positive out of her book.
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Summary: Fabulous!
Review: This was a great book, but not better than the Coldest Winter Ever, also by Souljah.
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Summary: Another boring book about oppression.......................
Review: I must agree with the reader from Louisville. This is just another work about a black person blaming the "white man" for their misfortunes. This topic is so old and boring. I agree that there is a MASSIVE racial problem in this country, but do we need to be reminded of this EVERY DAY?! I've used to hear her radio talk shows in the early 1990's and must agree that she is a racist.
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