This collection of essays explores the life ofa plus-size Black American. Mekdela effectively dissects the intersections between race, colonialism, sexism & fatphobia. I really enjoyed learning about her experiences as the child of refugees in the USA. The collection also analyses fatphobia in the media and the impact this had on Mekdela as she was growing up. This was easy to read whilst teaching me so much about the way fatphobia is ingrained into every aspect of society. I can't wait for more essays and collections by the author.