With sharp wit and deft humor, actress Farr ("Numb3rs, Loveline") writes about her own interracial love story and confronts the fears and reservations that come with loving outside of one's race.
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"As a journalist I found the reach of Diane's book inspiring and important, but as a wife to someone of a different ethnic background--it was like therapy with laughter. A must-read for all Americans."
--Lisa Ling, "Oprah" correspondent and author of "Somewhere Inside"
"Just because genetic admixture enhances the health of a population doesn't mean it is easy for the human beings who choose to build mixed families to create a sane healthy environment for the children of these unions who themselves must venture in to a world colored by the ancient cultural values of their parents' families and the prejudices of the present day. Diane Farr creates a smart, fun but unblemished look at this reality from the perspective of a woman who has been one of these courageous souls and lives this challenge daily."
--Dr. Drew Pinsky, MD, "Celebrity Rehab"
"Farr has three kids and still found time to write a pee-yourself funny examination of inter-racial love. I hate her."
--Julie Bowen, actress, "Modern Family"
--Lisa Ling, "Oprah" correspondent and author of "Somewhere Inside"
"Just because genetic admixture enhances the health of a population doesn't mean it is easy for the human beings who choose to build mixed families to create a sane healthy environment for the children of these unions who themselves must venture in to a world colored by the ancient cultural values of their parents' families and the prejudices of the present day. Diane Farr creates a smart, fun but unblemished look at this reality from the perspective of a woman who has been one of these courageous souls and lives this challenge daily."
--Dr. Drew Pinsky, MD, "Celebrity Rehab"
"Farr has three kids and still found time to write a pee-yourself funny examination of inter-racial love. I hate her."
--Julie Bowen, actress, "Modern Family"
About the Author
Diane Farr is a television actress, TV and magazine writer, nationally syndicated columnist, and the author of<I>The Girl Code.</I> She is the female lead on CBS’s most-watched Friday night drama,<I>Numb3rs,</I> starred on the critically acclaimed FX series<I>Rescue Me,</I> and played a supporting role on Showtime's<I>Californication</I> in its third season; and she contributes to<I>Glamour, Esquire, GQ, Cosmopolitan, Marie Claire, Jane, Parents, Los Angeles, Gotham, Self,</I> and<I>O</I> magazine.<BR><BR>Farr lives in Los Angeles, CA with her husband and three children.
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Finally, a funny yet poignant look at interracial love
May 10 2011
By Bookbin
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Format:Hardcover
When it comes to love within our families we are unafraid to say who's right and who isn't. And though often those determinations are cloaked in the pretense of other concerns, under close scrutiny we know them for what they are - prejudice.
That's why this is such a needed book; a candid exploration of multi-ethnic/racial/religious/what-have-you love from an author who has fought her way from one side of the debate to the other. Though inter-racial love is hardly a novel phenomenon, the complexities that arise through cultural differences over the full course of a relationship have never been examined with as much detail or entertainment as they are here. As Farr stumbles her way through love, marriage, and childrearing she consults a wide spectrum of bi-racial/ethnic/religious couples and children to help inform and inspire her decisions. Those stories are woven into her own narrative such that by the end of the book, one husband and three children later, we have not only the personal story of an American woman, but also the story of America itself in the 21st century.
A truly eye opening and still much needed discussion on the state of race relations. But also hilarious!
That's why this is such a needed book; a candid exploration of multi-ethnic/racial/religious/what-have-you love from an author who has fought her way from one side of the debate to the other. Though inter-racial love is hardly a novel phenomenon, the complexities that arise through cultural differences over the full course of a relationship have never been examined with as much detail or entertainment as they are here. As Farr stumbles her way through love, marriage, and childrearing she consults a wide spectrum of bi-racial/ethnic/religious couples and children to help inform and inspire her decisions. Those stories are woven into her own narrative such that by the end of the book, one husband and three children later, we have not only the personal story of an American woman, but also the story of America itself in the 21st century.
A truly eye opening and still much needed discussion on the state of race relations. But also hilarious!
11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
So relatable!
Jun 16 2011
By Aries4
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Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
As a white Hispanic married to a Korean-American (born in the US to Korean parents), I related with a lot of the fears and concerns expressed by Farr. I feel lucky that my husband's family and my own never expressed (overtly or not) any concerns about our relationship-in fact, they were extremely happy for us. But we still get the odd look/stare when we are out and about, or when strangers see our beautiful mixed son, who happens to look more like his father, and wonder if I am the nanny (and this is in the DC area!). It was so amazing to hear about other couples whose courage, love and determination were what pulled them through in crazy times. Plus her sarcastic and hilarious tone made this book so easy to read, I had to recommend it to my friends. I look forward to her next book.
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
LOL....
May 13 2011
By aishebahl
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Format:Hardcover
Throughout my fun read I was either deeply thinking or chuckling my ass off.
There is no middle ground here.
Hilarious as it is profound, this book hit me on the head.
There is no middle ground here.
Hilarious as it is profound, this book hit me on the head.
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