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CE
4.0 out of 5 stars Good Job
Reviewed in the United States on August 25, 2020
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It’s very depressing and scary to realize that books channeling the lack of inclusion and representativity in college institutions, which should be a model to our societies, still need to be penned. Humanity is sadly behind.

Nevertheless, this literary effort is simply delightful, very well researched and captivating.

Great job ladies.
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Ohihonma Omo-Eboh
5.0 out of 5 stars An enthralling read! Book of the year.
Reviewed in the United States on October 30, 2019
Taking Up Space is an engrossing book that does amazing job of tackling deeply rooted institutional racism in UK universities from the perspective of black women. Kwakye and Ogunbiyi present strong arguments supported by facts and personal experiences. They also interview other black women who share similar experiences.

Taking Up Space is insightful, thought-provoking and deeply personal. The book tackles a range of issues. My favourite parts were the conversations about access (self deterrence & the imposter syndrome), the euro-centric curriculum & political activism. The authors address epistemological issues & knowledge production in a thoroughly provocative and intriguing manner. It is an important read, not just for young black women entering university (to whom the book speaks directly) but for everyone. I loved it and didn't want it to end.
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Grateful Reader
5.0 out of 5 stars Wow... So useful and such a great read... TY
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 13, 2019
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Thank you dear writers... I cried most of the way through this book... Such was the connection... I wish it had been around, alongside the internet and YouTube in particular, 30 years ago... I still feel the weight of my terrible experiences of being in a nearly entirely white university... A must read for all people of colour who are about to attend tertiary education...
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Abigail
5.0 out of 5 stars A must read for EVERYBODY!!!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 29, 2019
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Ore and Chelsea have done a superb job with this one!!! This book is a must read not only for young black girls about to start university or who find themselves in predominately white spaces but for males, females, young, old from all backgrounds. They have encapsulated the experiences of what being a young black female at university is like in this current climate perfectly. The book flows well and covers all aspects of not only their experience but other girl's from different universities in an intelligent, honest and coherent manner backed up by real statistics throughout the book. It is so relatable to so many young black females especially as a student. This isn't a rant or book of complaint but rather, covers all aspects from mental health to relationships to barriers to access into educational intuitions.

Absolutely fantastic, highly recommended!!!
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E
5.0 out of 5 stars Sitting here with tears
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 15, 2019
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To be honest, I’m not one for writing reviews. However, here I sit doing just that. I’m only on page 4 with tears in my eyes. Reading Ore’s chapter on ‘A letter to my fresher self’ and every word just resonates with me. All of my experiences that have left me with these emotional wounds are written right there on paper. She has written every single thing that I wish someone had told me before I started my degree. I find genuine joy in the fact that the black girls who come after us may start their journeys with the knowledge that they are not alone; no matter where you are there is a community of black women rooting for you.

I will definitely be returning for an edited review once I’ve finished reading.
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Anon
5.0 out of 5 stars Fascinating Read
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 17, 2019
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As a guy who has a sister this book was an amazing insight into the difficulties a young black girl faces during their educational period. I would recommend this to all men out there even if you don't have a sister for your potential future daughters.
Thank you for sharing your experiences
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Xxxx
5.0 out of 5 stars Well worth reading
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 1, 2019
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Fabulous read
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