31 pages • 1 hour read
Roxanne GayHunger
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2017A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
Hunger: A Memoir of (My) Body by Roxane Gay explores how a traumatic event from her adolescence shaped her relationship with her body, food, and self-image. Gay navigates through her struggles with weight gain as a protective measure, societal fatphobia, and toxic relationships, ultimately reflecting on pain, self-worth, and the journey toward acceptance. The memoir includes descriptions of sexual violence and emotional abuse.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Hunger by Roxanne Gay is lauded for its raw, poignant exploration of body image, trauma, and identity. Gay's candid narrative and emotional depth resonate deeply with readers. However, some critics find the repetition excessive and desire more structure. Overall, its honest and powerful prose makes it a compelling read on personal vulnerability.
Who Should Read Hunger?
Readers who will appreciate Hunger by Roxanne Gay are those interested in powerful, introspective memoirs exploring themes of body image, trauma, and identity. Fans of works like Wild by Cheryl Strayed or Eat, Pray, Love by Elizabeth Gilbert may find Gay's candid storytelling particularly compelling.
RecommendedReading Age
18+yearsLexile Level
980LBook Details
Trauma / Abuse / Violence
Race / Racism
Social Justice
Identity: Mental Health
Identity: Race
Identity: Sexuality
Biography