I really enjoyed this book! The audiobook was enjoyable and easy to understand! The only reason I will not incorporate it into my curriculum is the apparent political bias, which I do not mind, it is just not appropriate to push my political views onto my students

“AOC” is a short biography, authored by 17 journalists, authors, artists, community organizers and thought leaders. Each chapter introduces us to a different side of Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (best known by her initials “AOC”).

For example, we learn that at age 29, AOC becomes the youngest woman ever to serve to the U.S. House of Representatives. We find out how this young Puerto Rican woman from the Bronx beats a 10-term incumbent in New York’s 14th district. We also learn how she is fiercely combating climate change. We see how she represents a new generation of Latinx politicians. And we hear how other people of color, namely young Latina girls, look up to her and say to themselves (and to their parents), “Wow. She looks like me. I can do big things, too!”

Like her or not, AOC is a force. She is well-known for her candor and influence on young people, especially millennials. Based on this biography, she appears to be “of the people,” often going back home to talk with and represent her constituency. (The 14th district includes the eastern part of the Bronx, portions of north-central Queens and Rikers Island in New York City).

The book “AOC: The Fearless Rise and Powerful Resonance of Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez” is edited by Lynda Lopez, a popular New York journalist. The audiobook is narrated by Cary Hite and Marisa Blake. I listened to the audio while reading the ebook, and found the contest quick, easy-to-follow and interesting. Not having much opinion on AOC prior to today, I will definitely keep my eye on her. She seems real, imperfect and ballsy. And I have a feeling that she will have a long career in politics.

I really enjoyed this book, I loved hearing about AOC and her life, she is a great representation of millennials and hopefully how they can inspire hope and real change. I thought that this book was very informative, and sung the praises of AOC well.. I think my only thing I would have enjoyed was if it was more clear who each chapter was by, it took me a little bit into the bit to determine that these were separate essays by different authors. Overall it was a great read.

I really enjoyed listening to these essays! I've been inspired by AOC ever since first hearing about her but hearing about how she's inspired so many others was eye opening. Her impact and influence will grow through the years and these essays gave a wonderful window into the beginning of that.

AOC
The Fearless Rise and Powerful Resonance of Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
by Lynda Lopez
Narrated by: Cary Hite; Marisa Blake
Publisher: Dreamscape Media
Genre: Biographies & Memoirs | Politics
Release Date: August 11, 2020

AOC by Lynda Lopez is a collection of essays by people impacted and/or inspired by the work of Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.

The majority of the narration was done by Marisa Blake, who did an incredible job conveying the message of each essay and made it feel that much more personal.

Before listening to the this audiobook, I did not know a lot about AOC, but admired her work as a young woman in Congress. This audiobook did include some background about her history and background, but focused primarily on how she is inspiring others.

Each essay includes personal stories and how the work of AOC has impacted or inspired someone. It was interesting hearing the personal experiences of the essayists and how each has overcome the obstacles created by racism and sexism.

I found this to be fascinating and inspiring. I thought it would be more about AOC specifically, but I enjoyed how this was put together.

There were some difficult topics discussed and could be triggering to some.

I'm so grateful to Lynda Lopez, Dreamscape Media, and NetGalley for providing me with a free copy of this audiobook in exchange for my honest review.

Before you accuse, my low rating is not because I do not like AOC and disagree with her views. Because that would be a lie and a complete waste of my time to read this book. It was quite the opposite actually - I don’t think this book did Alexandria justice.

I listened to this audiobook almost completely all in one sitting. And unfortunately, it disappointed me. I expected more from this and maybe I should’ve read the reviews before deciding to read this book, but now it’s too late isn’t it? Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is a huge inspiration to me and I was hoping to learn more about her from this book. I may have learned a thing or two, but then those things or twos were repeated over and over and over again in every essay or letter submitted. Honestly, how did the publisher allow that?

I chose this book on NetGalley based off of the cover. I realize now that it was a bad decision. I saw “AOC” huge and bold on the cover and I was sold. I was ecstatic. I hadn’t read that many biographies before and I was hoping that one of AOC would be enjoyable. I keep using the term biography, I don’t even know if this book is considered as one. The essays were incredibly disappointing to me.

This book summed up in 6 key and repetitive(!!) points:
1. Her red lipstick.
2. Her family had to sell their home because her father had cancer.
3. Her father died.
4. She danced.
5. Lots of Donald Trump insults.
6. For the rest, connect your life to AOC’s and make the book all about yourself and your life experiences.

This is a collection of essays by people who were inspired by Alexandria Ocasio Cortez, and as such it will be a gift for her fans. For a wider, more neutral audience looking to learn more about her with an open mind and some healthy skepticism, it may be interesting to an extent with its bits and pieces of biography, but falls short of an actual biography, or a level of analysis beyond the surface level. It's mostly a book by her fans to her fans. As a latina, I found it interesting as a compendium of Latin voices, and as another way to have our many facets and points of view out there, giving those who may want to see us as a monolithic group a bit of insight into one many sides of our extremely diverse culture. As a woman, I find her strength admirable and this fortitude was well described in the book. As a citizen, I am looking forward to learning more about her ideas and policies with a more analytical approach.

This book was devotian of love and the feeling of being seen. Beautifully narrated in the distinct voices of the 17 different writers. I really understood what AOC meant to them and it felt more personal in audio form.

This is good book if you already know about AOC, as it isn’t a biography but a collection of essays written by people who have been inspired by her. I had already skimmed through this book on my own before getting approved for the Audiobook. Some essays are better than others for sure, so I didn’t feel the need to read every single one. Listening to the audiobook made it easier to listen to the ones I had to skipped in the book, originally, simply because the narrators were very good!

I recommend this book if you’re a fan of AOC - if you’re not, this probably isn’t the book for you (simple as that). Thanks to NetGalley & Dreamscape Media for providing me with the audiobook in exchange for an honest review.

I looooved this book! I listened within 24 hours, because I LOVE AOC! She is incredible, and this book only showed how impressive she really is. She is a beacon of hope to a young woman like me in these dark times. Thank you, Lynda, and thank you AOC!

My expectations were completely different for this book. I was hoping AOC would tell a bit more about Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez: her background, her rise in politics, her political stances, etc. Instead, this book is a series of testimonials about AOC. While informative in their own way, they were not as biographical as I was hoping. Because of this, I didn't like the book as much as I could have.

This is in no way saying anything negative about AOC. Although I don't agree with all of her policies - I don't agree with all of any politician's policies - I have much respect for the woman and what she has accomplished so far in her life. I can't wait to see what else she achieves.

Since I listened to the audio version, I should also mention briefly about the narrator. I thought she was quite good. Her voice was easy to listen to and she made the read enjoyable.