I found this book a bit obnoxious and cringey. There are way better books written by women out there on finances however I am still glad to have read Financial Feminist.

I’ve been a big fan of Tori’s since I found her TikTok account and her podcast. She provides financial advice in a clear, concise, and down to earth manner, and her book just provides more of the same.

There are breakdowns every chapter that act as opportunities for the reader to practice the advice of each chapter, and I will be buying a physical copy for myself as soon as I can.

My biggest compliment is how Tori speaks to us the reader so personally. She writes frankly as if we’re sitting down for a cup of coffee together, and makes sure to divorce her advice from the shame or fear that talking about money can bring.

Thanks NetGalley and Dey Street Books for this arc.

I liked this book. I felt like I connected with the author and that the tips given within the book were bite sized and actionable. As finance becomes a more readily talked about topic, I felt that this book did a good job of explaining things and being non judgmental about where people may be starting their journey from. I had ordered a physical copy of the book when I first heard about it and was chosen to read a digital copy early. I can say that I liked the physical book better due to the journaling spots as I prefer to journal/answer questions asked in a book physically instead of digitally. Overall great book and a good starting point for those learning about finance / how to get started.

For those who have not had previous financial information this book is perfect for you. It provides all the basics while making sure to stay real with the world we live in today. This provides a new perspective in finance that will reach the readers it needs to.

I just finished reading Financial Feminist by Tori Dunlap and I am feeling so empowered! This book is a must-read for any woman who wants to take control of her finances and build the life she deserves. Tori's writing is witty and relatable, making even the most intimidating financial topics feel approachable. She's like your best friend who also happens to be a financial guru. I loved her no-nonsense attitude and practical advice. From negotiating a raise to investing in the stock market, Tori covers it all with a fresh and feminist perspective. Trust me, you won't be able to put this book down!

This is a book I would give to all my friends, my sisters, and any young woman or queer person graduating from college. I was referred to Tori's TikTok from a friend and it's been amazing. The amount of information she shares is fantastic and the genuine advice and stories told in her book are special because women are so often overlooked as the audience for business/success books. The consumable content was great to keep focused and on track and I find myself going back to specific chapters again and again. This book is one of the best I've read this year and will likely be one of the most important books I consume in my life. Can't recommend this title enough.

I really like the way Financial Feminist focuses on removing the shame from personal finance. Some prominent leaders in the field want you to feel like you’ve failed if you take out a student loan; you’ve failed if you take out a car loan. If you have debt and you eat at a restaurant, you. are. the. worst.

This kind of all-or-nothing approach sells books, but it’s not realistic and doesn’t take into account the way our society is set up. Many people HAVE to take out some kind of loans to get a college degree. Many people HAVE to have a car to commute to work, depending on where they live.

This book is probably half financial advice and half essays on privilege, economic conditions, and how things outside your control dictate your financial starting point in life.

From an advice perspective, this book is more geared toward those early in their finance journey. Values-based budgeting, building an emergency fund, and contributing to a retirement account make up the first half of the book. I found the breakout profiles of real people particularly interesting.

Check it out if you’re ready to begin your personal finance journey, don’t know where to start, and are looking for advice written for the financial realities of someone working in the U.S. today—in a fun and sassy way!

⭐⭐⭐.5

Thank you to @netgalley @deystreet and the author for an arc in exchange for an honest review!

This was the first financial book I have read that targeted me as a 33 y.o woman and my lifestyle. The language is easier to understand, and the way Tori talks about budgeting makes complete sense. It is not overly complicated with financial lingo, It is aimed at women by women to help us take control of our relationship with money. This book, Tori's platform has helped me gain a sense of control over my financial situation that I never thought possible. It is easy to take bits and pieces and adjust it to your life as everyone comes from different backgrounds and is in different financial parts of their life.

If I would have come across this book earlier in my career, I likely would have found the information more helpful - this would be a great book for someone in their mid-20s who is just starting to think about their financial future. That said, I did appreciate being reminded about some things I already knew, and this book was a push for me to start thinking more strategically about how to get my money to work for me in better ways. I also really valued that the information is provided in a way to empower women.

Thank you to Netgally and the publisher for providing access to a digital ARC in exchange for my honest review.

You may know Tori Dunlap as Her First $100K, telling the tale of how she jumped on the investing train and never looked back. In Financial Feminist, she smashes all the patriarchal nonsense that holds women back from having power and money. My favorite tips are to take a look at the emotional root of your relationship with money and to be intentional about your spending. Each chapter has journal prompts, too, to really get you reevaluating your financial life.

I first came across Tori Dunlap on Tiktok and was interested in her messages about Financial Feminism. Personally, I think I would have found this book more helpful if I came across it earlier in my financial life/career. I could see this being especially useful to those who are just starting out or who have been avoiding facing their finances. I appreciated the messages but didn’t find a lot that was personally new or different for me. Thank you to the publisher, Netgalley and Libro.fm for the advance reading and listening copies.

I have to admit I was deeply skeptical going into this book. So many things call themselves Feminist without interrogating what that really means and we end up with whitewashed girl power BS. But it’s clear tori has done her work, both in intersectional feminist and social justice AND in the financial world. I was pleasantly surprised and look forward to recommending this book.

I appreciated Tori’s constant focus on helping others with their financial situations and with a focus on females. One of my favorite parts was where she included statistics targets towards woman. If this is someone’s first finance book it’s a good start. If you are a fan of finance books there is nothing new in this book (outside of the slam on Dave Ramsey and others whose purpose is to help with financial freedom). While Tori is bright and successful it was difficult to read her portion on debt when she has had a privileged life and has not experienced significant debt.

A MUST READ for those looking to get their personal finances in order this year. I already follow Financial Feminist on social media so this book was something I'd been looking forward to reading. I can't wait to grab a physical copy to share with my partner a nd friends. Thank you for the eARC!

This was a very informative book although it didn't really present any groundbreaking information or advice. I enjoyed the woman centric take on personal finance and how women have been and currently are effected by financial markets. Tori obviously did her research and presented some fascinating statistics about how women are lagging behind financially. If you are new to budgeting and personal finance, this would be a fun read to get your feet wet.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for an ARC of this book!

I loved this! She is no-nonsense while being shame free. So many personal finance resources are very shame based so this was a breath of fresh air. I have been following similar steps to what she recommends, and have begun shifting some things based on her advice. This is a book I will be referring to over and over.

Well, thank the financial goddesses for Tori Dunlap and her no-nonsense, inclusive and totally shame-free lessons in money. Get it, read it, form a club with your besties and live it!

Love the lens in which the author writes about financial literacy is not taught well or at all to young women. I applaud her for talking about something that is uncomfortable, painful, and shameful for some. Loved this

Tori has a unique and accessible way for (especially women) to manage money and she's laid it all out in this neat little guide!

I started following Tori about a year ago on Instagram (herfirst100k) and loved the straightforward financial advice she shared which took some of the fear out of investing. She gives sound advice with clear steps to take action in many areas from everyday savings to retirement accounts. I appreciate all the valuable content she shares on social media!

That said, this book is basically a well-organized collection of her free content. I didn't really find anything new here that she hasn't shared already --- though it does have space at the end of each chapter for "homework", where you organize your own thoughts/goals/feelings.

This book may help to motivate you into action toward your money goals and was released at a clever time, just before the new year when everyone is ready to start the "new year, new me" dance once again.

Thanks to Dey Street Books and NetGalley for providing me with an ARC in exchange for my honest review. Financial Feminist was released December 27, 2022.