Book Review: Black Girls Rock

Grown Woman Review

Book promise:

Beverly Bond set our to create a book that “speaks to women who are eager to see themselves represented holistically, women who are invested in the empowerment of other women and girls, women who are seeking their divine purpose and who are driven to reach their personal standard of excellence.”

“The book includes colorful editorials and insightful essays featuring some of the most dynamic thought leaders and influencers of our time. Throughout each chapter, the book highlights the breadth of black women’s contributions to society and celebrates the diversity, power, fortitude, spirituality, and tenacity illuminated in the contributors’ inspiring narratives.”

“This book is here to help every black girl struggling to see her brilliance to dispel the fog. It is designed to help lift the many black women who are bogged down…”

“This book exists also for the black girl who already knows her magic to inspire her to continue to walk in her purpose. It is for every black girl—and every other girl—looking to see her treasure within.”

My review: 

Beverly Bond and all of the women she highlights deliver on the book’s promise. I expected it to be more surface and light. I was genuinely pleased that this book provided a provocative, diverse, and stirring portrayal of what it means to be a woman of color in the world today. It was collectively gritty, real, and inspiring. I believe this is a must-read that provides a much-needed perspective for all Grown Women.