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Quit Like a Woman: The Radical Choice to Not Drink in a Culture Obsessed with Alcohol

Holly Whitaker
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Quit Like a Woman: The Radical Choice to Not Drink in a Culture Obsessed with Alcohol

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2019

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Holly Whitaker

Quit Like a Woman: The Radical Choice to Not Drink in a Culture Obsessed with Alcohol

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2019
Book Details
Pages

368

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

2010s

Publication Year

2019

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Quit Like a Woman: The Radical Choice to Not Drink in a Culture Obsessed with Alcohol by Holly Whitaker explores an individual's journey to sobriety, challenging conventional recovery methods and addressing societal influences on drinking. The book provides insights and practical advice for those seeking to quit alcohol and advocates for self-empowerment and holistic approaches to wellness.

Reviews & Readership

4.2

36,259 ratings

76%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Holly Whitaker's Quit Like a Woman has been praised for its candid and empowering narrative, offering a unique perspective on sobriety tailored for women. Critics commend the blend of personal anecdotes and cultural critique, although some feel the approach can be too radical or divisive. Overall, it's a compelling read that challenges traditional views on alcohol.

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Who Should Read Quit Like a Woman: The Radical Choice to Not Drink in a Culture Obsessed with Alcohol?

Readers who appreciate Quit Like a Woman: The Radical Choice to Not Drink in a Culture Obsessed with Alcohol by Holly Whitaker are often interested in personal growth, women's empowerment, and challenging societal norms like in Glennon Doyle's Untamed and Brené Brown's Daring Greatly. They seek transformative, feminist perspectives on living an authentic life.

4.2

36,259 ratings

76%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

368

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

2010s

Publication Year

2019

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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