Overall rating and opinion of "They Love You Until You Start Thinking for Yourself" by Monica Omorodion Swaida

[Asher Willams]

I think that the author is a self-made woman who struggled greatly to be successful. I found her story inspiring and motivating. there are lots of lessons to be learned, but the way she mentioned having a baby out of the blue is a bit strange.

[Annika porter]

Honestly, this book was very frustrating to me and I did not enjoy it very much. While the author has a very interesting childhood, she uses her success as proof that she is better than other immigrants or that they do not work as hard as she does. Swaida presents a lot of political opinions for a book encouraging people to think for themselves. The moment that made me the most frustrated was how she admitted to stealing from stores with her friends when she decided to move to Greenland to survive, but then chastises anyone who uses governmental assistance. The author mentions how she and her friends would laugh about their thieving, but later in her book she says she is frustrated with people who use government aid when she pulled herself up by her bootstraps. She praises America for being the land of opportunity for immigrants while actively promoting politics that harm immigrants like her. The hypocrisy in this book made it an extremely frustrating read in a lot of ways. I think everyone should be able to tell their story, but this story was not the most enjoyable.

[Chris Sharon]

I am currently reading this book, although it's been a long since I started. I prefer reading it in a cool place, mainly before bedtime. So far, so good; I am really inspired by the book.

[Shaniqua Yorke]

I haven't read the book in full. When I do so, I'll give my honest opinion.

[Anthony Ekemezie]

Based on the reviews I have seen and from my own perspective, I wouldn't give this book a complete rating. The book cover is not creative and eye-catching to readers. Also, it seems that the author did not go in deep about her life experiences, she just focused mostly on her accomplishments, which, if I was reading through the book, I would not enjoy. Overall, the book seems interesting with valuable lessons to learn.

[Mark Lazarus]

Monica Omorodion Swaida’s memoir, They Love You Until You Start Thinking for Yourself, offers a candid and inspiring narrative of her immigrant journey, emphasizing resilience and personal empowerment. The writing style is engaging, blending autobiography with motivational elements, making it resonate as both a memoir and a self-help guide. The title and cover art effectively encapsulate the book’s themes of self-discovery and challenging societal norms. A key takeaway is the author’s emphasis on hard work and open-mindedness in overcoming adversity. I would recommend this book to readers seeking inspiration and insight into the immigrant experience, as it encourages embracing challenges to achieve personal growth.

[Ivon Ikunza]

I give this book an overall rating of five out of five stars. I would love to live in America in the future and the events of the book are what I wanted to hear. I also believe I could survive in a new country, the way the author did, with determination.

[Sunday N Florence]

The book’s title is captivating, and it truly lives up to expectations. The lessons are clear and impactful, offering valuable insights for readers. I would give it a perfect rating.