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Welcome to my blog. I'm just a regular person that enjoys reading. I participate in multiple online bookclubs as well as monthly and yearly reading challenges. I love discussing the books that I've read, and plan on reading. Although I'll post my book reviews from various genre's, most will be from romance sub-genre's such paranormal romance, sci-fi romance, and romantic suspense; in addition to urban fantasy.




Monday, January 10, 2011

Don't Bring Home a White Boy by Karyn Langhorne Folan

I thought this one was ok. I really enjoyed reading the historical info the author provided. In fact, I was inspired to go and my research. I think the author, and the persons interviewed for the book provided some helpful tips to that can be applied to any relationship, not just interracial couples. I appreciated the way the Langorne Folan tackled issues such sexism, and domestic abuse etc, and made a point of saying that "all" at one time or another in their lives may encounter such issues. But at the same time, addressed issues that I believe black american women in particular face as well. For example, the 3 main stereotypical media images of "Mammy, Jezebel, and Sapphire", and issues that are unique to black women/white male couples in this country (United States), and the history of such relationships. I don't know that all persons involved in an interracial relationship need to read this, but it can only help. Overall, I thought this was an excellent book,and I look forward to reading the author's essays etc as soon as I get the chance.

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