I Can't Date Jesus: Love, Sex, Family, Race, and Other Reasons I've Put My Faith in Beyoncé
I Can't Date Jesus: Love, Sex, Family, Race, and Other Reasons I've Put My Faith in Beyoncé
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2018
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BetaI Can't Date Jesus: Love, Sex, Family, Race, and Other Reasons I've Put My Faith in Beyoncé
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2018258
Book • Nonfiction
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BiographyUnited States • 2010s
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LGBTQ+•
Religion & Spirituality2018
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
I Can't Date Jesus: Love, Sex, Family, Race, and Other Reasons I've Put My Faith in Beyoncé by Michael Arceneaux is a collection of essays exploring the author's life as a Black gay man. Through themes of identity, faith, and belonging, Arceneaux shares personal experiences that highlight the challenges and joys of navigating love, family, and societal expectations.
Humorous
Informative
Emotional
Reviews & Readership
4,829 ratings
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Review Roundup
I Can't Date Jesus by Michael Arceneaux is praised for its humor and honest exploration of intersectional identity, touching on themes of race, sexuality, and faith. While some reviews note occasional uneven pacing, many find it a powerful memoir that resonates with those navigating similar experiences. The blend of wit and vulnerability is a standout feature.
Who Should Read I Can't Date Jesus: Love, Sex, Family, Race, and Other Reasons I've Put My Faith in Beyoncé?
Readers who enjoy I Can't Date Jesus are typically drawn to candid, humorous essays exploring identity. Fans of memoirs like Roxane Gay's Bad Feminist or Samantha Irby's We Are Never Meeting in Real Life will appreciate Arceneaux's insights on race, sexuality, and culture.
4,829 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
258
Book • Nonfiction
•
BiographyUnited States • 2010s
•
LGBTQ+•
Religion & Spirituality2018
Adult
18+ years
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