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We're Going to Need More Wine: Stories That Are Funny, Complicated, and True by Gabrielle Union

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We\'re Going to Need More Wine: Stories That Are Funny, Complicated, and True Audiobook by Gabrielle Union is a series of essays written by actress Gabrielle Union about many topics such as gender, sexuality, race, beauty, Hollywood, and the meaning of being a woman on these times, all these stories in between essay and memoir are treated with a honest and brave approach, exposing the real feeling of its writer and narrator.

Following a trend in Hollywood of actresses writing insightful material, as Amy Poehler and Lena Dunham has done it before; Gabrielle Union offers these series of essays based on her personal experience with her unique wisdom and sense of humor. On these audiobook, the actress talks about bullying, beauty standards and the competition among women in Hollywood, her childhood times in white suburban California along with her summer vacations with her black relatives in Nebraska. She also speaks about puberty and the relationships at that age, her parents’ divorce and she stands for women who had been raped since she has been one of the victims of sexual assault while she was studying in College.

With an honest and brave approach, Union expresses– in this audiobook – her thoughts bravely by open herself with no reservations in personal stories related to her experiences through all her stages in life: from childhood to her successful career as an actress in Hollywod. She also asks her readers to be right and concerned as well as promoting the power of sharing truth, laughter and support to others.

Review

We're Going to Need More Wine: Stories That Are Funny, Complicated, and True Audiobook by Gabrielle Union is an audiobook released in October 2017, at the same time that the printed version hit the shelves of bookstores all over the United States. It takes 7 hours and 48 minutes to listen it to its completion with the voice of the author narrating the stories, providing the audiobook a close and personal approach to the narration.

The book has been in the New York Times bestselling list for several weeks and it has been nominated as Outstanding Literary Work to the NAACP Image award. Other recognitions the book has obtained includes the denomination of Book of the Year by The Root and the selection of it as Best New Celebrity Memoir given by Emma Straub.

Between Memoir and Essays, this audiobook will give you a clear vision of what life for a woman like Gabrielle Union is and it would make feel empathy at once. If you were not a fan of Union’s work and activism, at the end of the book you will turn into a new one and start admiring the actress who has been working in the big and small screen since the decade of the nineties.

It is the sort of book that makes you feel good about life with an approach full of wisdom and total honesty about several aspects that will make you think about your position in the world at the moment of reading it.

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10 comments

  • Darius Hergenrader
    •November 8, 2023 at 12:24 pm
    I've always been a big fan of Gabrielle Union and her talent, but it's unfortunate that she still has a lot of personal healing to do. The advice she gives to young people is quite concerning and her views on forgiveness and how to navigate life are really disheartening. At this point in my life, I'm very conscious of what I surround myself with and I have to admit, as much as I wanted to connect with her story, I just couldn't.
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  • Laine Carrio
    •November 8, 2023 at 7:24 am
    I can't remember what initially drew me to this book. I didn't know who Gabrielle was and no one had recommended it to me. I think maybe the topic overview and catchy title caught my attention. But I am so glad I decided to give it a listen. In fact, I plan on revisiting it multiple times and sharing it with others to foster open discussions. This is one book that truly touched me, expanded my horizons, and inspired me to become more vocal about the social issues I already care deeply about. I absolutely adored Gabrielle's wit, storytelling abilities, and bravery, and I am now a devoted fan for life!
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  • Anonymous
    •November 7, 2023 at 6:39 pm
    Before reading this book, I had no strong feelings towards Gabrielle Union. However, after finishing it, I can confidently say that I do not care for or like her. Many of the stories made me cringe because they seemed to focus on her looking down on others. For example, when she mentions attending a rape crisis group, she emphasizes that she didn't know her rapist unlike the others. She also makes occasional attempts at appearing socially aware, discussing issues such as being Black and having dark skin, and wanting to be a model Black mother. However, she fails to address situations where she could have corrected her stepson's assumption that a neglectful woman must be Black, without providing any background or context. Additionally, she conveniently leaves out any mention of Dwyane's child conceived during their "break," or the fact that he was married but separated when they met (which seems more believable considering the Jason Kidd story she shares). Overall, Union comes across as arrogant and snobbish, especially in the audiobook version where she narrates it herself. If you are a fan and wish to remain one, you might want to reconsider spending 7 cringe-worthy hours listening to this book.
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  • Robin M.
    •November 7, 2023 at 12:40 pm
    Once upon a time, it was commonly believed that those lacking education would rely on profanity. It seems that those days are long gone, and I'm wondering why that is. It's surprising to hear someone as intelligent and articulate as Gabriel Union start off the book by acknowledging that she curses. Some of us may not have expected such language from her. Nevertheless, her life story is captivating and filled with moments of humor. In my opinion, she remains a fantastic actress. I do wish there was an edited version of the book available. If there were, I would recommend it as a lighthearted read, at least until the end. Unfortunately, the excessive use of profanity, including various explicit words, bothered me deeply. I found it disappointing and unnecessary. In Mrs. Union's defense, she did warn readers about her use of curses. However, in my defense, I continued reading, hoping that she wouldn't continue to employ such offensive language. But as she stated, this is her life, and she presents herself as raw as she truly is. I appreciate her authenticity and not hiding who she really is.
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  • Gerry Howat
    •November 3, 2023 at 9:41 pm
    Gabrielle is cool, even though she can come off as a little self-centered. Her story is kind of relatable. The narrative jumps around a bit, but it's still easy to keep up with. Overall, it's a solid read.
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  • Philomena Chuong
    •November 3, 2023 at 8:20 pm
    Do you know who the author of this book is? There's a notable presence of self-disdain throughout the text. The author commences the narrative with a vigorous yearning to assimilate with the Caucasian children, and it appears that even as an adult, she continues to cater to that same demographic. However, the narration is superb, which can be seen as a positive aspect amidst the criticisms.
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  • Ellsworth B.
    •October 1, 2023 at 4:34 pm
    I might have enjoyed this book more if I had read it instead of listening to it. While listening to the author's tone, I couldn't help but feel a sense of resentment and notice unresolved issues in many of the stories. In some stories, I found myself questioning the purpose. The stories felt disconnected and disorganized, lacking a cohesive conclusion. I kept wondering, what is the overall message? What has the author learned from her experiences? How have they shaped her into a better person? It felt like she was making excuses for her behavior and not taking ownership or being accountable. There was a lot of concern about others' opinions and a tendency to focus on the negative aspects of situations without offering any lessons learned. Maybe she is still a work in progress, as many of us are.
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  • Malka Mitchum
    •October 1, 2023 at 12:46 pm
    This book was amazing! It took me a little bit to really get into it, but once I did... I couldn't put it down! Nikki, oh man, I feel like she's my own sister now. She was hilarious, captivating, well-spoken, and incredibly raw in sharing her experiences with life, love, heartache, tragedy, and the entertainment world. Major props, girl!!!
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  • Bret S.
    •October 1, 2023 at 8:30 am
    The book had some solid stories and valuable lessons. However, it wasn't as captivating as I had anticipated. While Gabrielle is a talented actress, I found the narration to be somewhat lacking. At times, it gave off a know-it-all vibe, in my personal opinion.
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