Ayxan Solongo reviewed Holler by Denali Sai Nalamalapu
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5 stars
Important topic. I didn't even know that happened – maybe it's cause I'm not from the usa and such "small" issues aren't broadcasted overseas, which is unfortunate. (But also shows, again, that the news are working with the rich, and only talk about what they deem important.)
As an environmentalist, a child of Mother Nature, reading this truly felt heartbreaking. And maddening, making me angry. And so hopeless. (Especially the ending …)
However, seeing all the people come together, from different cultures and places, fighting for a better future, a planet that is livable for their children … is also very emotional in a positive sense. And inspiring.
I'm already been fighting environmental movements for years, so that book didn't really change anything for me, except reminding me that I can't succumb to the depression and need to continue. For if I don't, who will? Therefore, I truly hope more …
Important topic. I didn't even know that happened – maybe it's cause I'm not from the usa and such "small" issues aren't broadcasted overseas, which is unfortunate. (But also shows, again, that the news are working with the rich, and only talk about what they deem important.)
As an environmentalist, a child of Mother Nature, reading this truly felt heartbreaking. And maddening, making me angry. And so hopeless. (Especially the ending …)
However, seeing all the people come together, from different cultures and places, fighting for a better future, a planet that is livable for their children … is also very emotional in a positive sense. And inspiring.
I'm already been fighting environmental movements for years, so that book didn't really change anything for me, except reminding me that I can't succumb to the depression and need to continue. For if I don't, who will? Therefore, I truly hope more people will read this and maybe get inspired by these 6 fighters.
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Thank you to Timber Press on Netgalley for a digital review copy. The book was released on May 13, 2025.
-Ayxan Solongo, 08.07.25