Genevieve
Reading Assata was such an emotional experience. I was amazed by her courage and everything she went through. It’s heartbreaking to see how much she suffered just for standing up for what she believed in. This memoir is powerful, necessary, and unforgettable.
I especially loved reading about her childhood, the struggles she faced as a teenager. The constant trials, the false accusations, and her escape to Cuba was an incredible part of the story and so intense.
What hit me the hardest was what she had to go through while pregnant in jail, and the scene with her 4 year old daughter, broke my heart.
Assata spent years in solitary confinement, the way she was treated was beyond cruel. Knowing she recently passed away makes this book feel even heavier. Her story and her legacy will never be forgotten. 🕊️
RIP Assata Olugbala Shakur (9/25/2025)
Reading Assata was such an emotional experience. I was amazed by her courage and everything she went through. It’s heartbreaking to see how much she suffered just for standing up for what she believed in. This memoir is powerful, necessary, and unforgettable.
I especially loved reading about her childhood, the struggles she faced as a teenager. The constant trials, the false accusations, and her escape to Cuba was an incredible part of the story and so intense.
What hit me the hardest was what she had to go through while pregnant in jail, and the scene with her 4 year old daughter, broke my heart.
Assata spent years in solitary confinement, the way she was treated was beyond cruel. Knowing she recently passed away makes this book feel even heavier. Her story and her legacy will never be forgotten. 🕊️
RIP Assata Olugbala Shakur (9/25/2025)