I found this book to be very informative. I was aware of the underground railway, and to read about its Canadian destination was very enlightening. I appreciated the inclusion of Canadian cities in the book, as a Canadian. Definitely a recommended read to understand race relations.

When I picked up this book, little did I know that it would take me on a beautiful journey of race, belonging, the beauty of Blackness and what it means to live with courage. Thompson's words were deep, and powerful and offered a look into what generational struggles can actually look like.

I've read a lot of books about race and the personal and political struggles that come along with the pain and confinement Black people have faced, both in the US and Canada. What I appreciated most about this analysis is that it showed the parallel and put both the US and Canada under the microscope together.

Very well-written with tons of insight.

Thompson is descended from slaves that fled to Canada seeking freedom. She was raised here, but moved to the USA to teach at a various universities, before returning home to Canada where she is a professor at McGill University. She specializes in racial inequality in democratic societies. This short book is part memoir, but more of an in depth look at race and racism in both Canada and the USA. It is not a book I would necessarily point to if it is a customer just looking for a great memoir, as she does not cover anything personal that does not relate to her job or racism. It is, however, a good recommendation for customers interested in racism and who want to understand it more.