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Roxanne Gay

Hunger

Roxanne GayNonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2017

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Roxanne Gay

Hunger

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2017
Book Details
Pages

320

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Setting

2010s

Publication Year

2017

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

980L

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Super Short Summary

Hunger: A Memoir of (My) Body by Roxane Gay explores how a traumatic event from her adolescence shaped her relationship with her body, food, and self-image. Gay navigates through her struggles with weight gain as a protective measure, societal fatphobia, and toxic relationships, ultimately reflecting on pain, self-worth, and the journey toward acceptance. The memoir includes descriptions of sexual violence and emotional abuse.

Emotional

Dark

Contemplative

Unnerving

Challenging

Reviews & Readership

4.3

122,741 ratings

80%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Hunger by Roxanne Gay is lauded for its raw, poignant exploration of body image, trauma, and identity. Gay's candid narrative and emotional depth resonate deeply with readers. However, some critics find the repetition excessive and desire more structure. Overall, its honest and powerful prose makes it a compelling read on personal vulnerability.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Hunger?

Readers who will appreciate Hunger by Roxanne Gay are those interested in powerful, introspective memoirs exploring themes of body image, trauma, and identity. Fans of works like Wild by Cheryl Strayed or Eat, Pray, Love by Elizabeth Gilbert may find Gay's candid storytelling particularly compelling.

4.3

122,741 ratings

80%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

320

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Setting

2010s

Publication Year

2017

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

980L

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