REVIEW: I Am Nobody's Slave by Lee Hawkins

 

This is a very heartfelt memoir that could mirror any childhood of any African American child growing up post Jim Crow. Lee Hawkins recounts a deeply personal. somewhat scarred upbringing as he explores his family's history. Many of his experiences (parent-child or parent-parent relationships) were so relatable. One example is the ice-cream incident which I am positive has played out in many households over the past century and even today.  Hawkins also addresses some hard topics such as racism, generational trauma and slavery. This was an enjoyable read that was insightful and moving. I Am Nobody’s Slave is a powerful reflection on the African American struggle and a peoples resilience for the want of a better life. 
Thank you to #NetGalley, the author Lee Hawkins and Amistad for a digital copy of #IAmNobodysSlave in exchange for my honest opinion. I Am Nobody's Slave comes out today January 14, 2025.