I started following Tori about a year ago on Instagram (herfirst100k) and loved the straightforward financial advice she shared which took some of the fear out of investing. She gives sound advice with clear steps to take action in many areas from everyday savings to retirement accounts. I appreciate all the valuable content she shares on social media!

That said, this book is basically a well-organized collection of her free content. I didn't really find anything new here that she hasn't shared already --- though it does have space at the end of each chapter for "homework", where you organize your own thoughts/goals/feelings.

This book may help to motivate you into action toward your money goals and was released at a clever time, just before the new year when everyone is ready to start the "new year, new me" dance once again.

Thanks to Dey Street Books and NetGalley for providing me with an ARC in exchange for my honest review. Financial Feminist was released December 27, 2022.

MUST READ for those looking to take ownership of their finances. Financial Feminist is revolutionary in its way to identify the challenges of personal finance in a masculine world. Tori is not shy of letting her spunk shine through as she shares personal stories of her journey to reclaiming her wealth. What makes this book unique, however, is that instead of vaguely addressing how to think about your financial situation, she gives concrete steps for success through guided reflection and memorable anecdotes. Tori Dunlap has inspired me to refine my financial plan and navigate what makes me special as a woman. All those on a journey of financial reclamation must read.

Tori has the rare gift of being able to explain complicated concepts in a way that’s easy to understand. Investing? I never had the faintest idea of where to start. But now I have a better idea! She breaks everything (not just investing) down into manageable pieces. Now I don’t feel overwhelmed by budgeting and feel ready to make 2023 my year of financial freedom!

This is an absolute must-have for anyone (especially women) looking to learn about basic financial literacy. There are many books written by financial experts with a focus on budgeting and deprivation, but Dunlap gives a fresh take on how to embrace money in an empowering way. She tackles narratives and myths society has ingrained in us, emotional and psychological ties to money, and how to use money as a tool for happiness. Through thought-provoking prompts, tangible actions, and real-life scenarios, Dunlap shows just how “personal” personal finance is.

I've been a fan of Tori Dunlap's work for a little over a year now. Near the end of 2021, I found Her First $100K on a whim because I had some primary financial goals for 2022 (like paying off my car, working toward paying off student loans, and figuring out how to work remotely). The first blog post I read from HFK was a list of remote job boards. I was hooked.

Then, I found Tori's podcast, also called Financial Feminist. I binged season one and patiently waited for season two.

Financial Feminist: Overcome the Patriarchy's Bullsh*t to Master Your Money and Build a Life You Love is a culmination of Tori Dunlap's hard work. If you're familiar with Tori's work, she covers much of the same things you've likely already heard from her podcast or read from her blog. This book is an excellent place to start if you're unfamiliar with her work. Tori also brings in perspectives from people in marginalized groups so she can take a more balanced approach.

The most helpful takeaway for me is the exercises interwoven into the content. I plan to reread the book and work through the exercises over the next few months. I'll document the experience.

This book is not for finance bros who want to chase the next hot stock, but I recommend it to anyone who wants a practical approach to finances.

Thank you to NetGalley and Dey Street Books for providing an e-ARC in exchange for an honest review.

READ THIS BOOK. I've been a fan of HerFirst100k and the Financial Feminist podcast for awhile. This book is like an extended cut of those. Since following Tori's journey and advice I've been able to save more money and feel less guilty about spending money on things that bring me joy.

This book is like a frank and fun talk with your financial fairy godmother. Complete with swear words and truth bombs. Most of the pages have highlight worthy passages and advice. This isn't a boring finance book. At all.

If you're already a fan and are worried this book is just advice recycled from the podcast and her paid courses, I can tell you it is, but it isn't. The subject matter is similar for some things, as is the advice, but it's more detailed and actionable. I especially love the journaling prompts.

I've already ordered two extra copies for friends and plan on keeping a hardcopy on hand to loan out to friends and family.

This book is just what I needed and it's everything I've found lacking from other financial guidance resources.

I very much enjoyed Financial Feminist and everything it presented and brought to the table - a very enjoyable and useful read that shed light on a lot of things for me - including how I view money and a unique way to change my mindset.

*Special thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for providing this e-ARC in exchange for an honest review. Pub date: December 27, 2022

As someone who was not taught financial literacy growing up, I’ve always felt a few steps behind. This book is a game changer for those trying to break generational setbacks and build a better financial future.

This book was a fascinating book that was well written and filled with good information that I found easy to apply to my own life. Specifically, Tori discusses the emotions of money and the impact that has at the beginning of the book, which was very enlightening and let me follow the rest of the book to understand my own emotions around money. I also really enjoyed the chapters on negotiating and budgeting - and the asides/comments from individuals throughout the book supplemented the material in a way that definitely made it much more impactful. A great read and well worth anyone’s time.

I was delighted to read an early copy of Financial Feminist; however, I will be withholding all public reviews until HarperCollins agrees to pay their union workers a living wage.

I have been following Tori Dunlap and Her First 100K for years and I love everything she works for. She has helped me a lot on my financial journey over time and I only wish I had found her sooner.
I love the structure of this book - the chapters are laid out in such a way that helps you make the steps in the best order to really become that Financial Feminist. The journaling/"homework" at the end of each chapter really makes you open your eyes and think.
All in all, this is a great book and is what everyone should be reading. Money can be such a taboo topic but it's important that you can talk about it and get the information you need without judgement!

I wish my 18 year old self had this book--- and every one of my friends when they were that age too. This is the financial wisdom that I wished they taught in high school. Everyone should know this stuff, but we don't! Tori's writing is not only incredibly insightful (I binged this book on my flight home for Christmas and felt like my pocketbook was taking its vitamins), it is also deeply compassionate and entertaining. Tori doesn't write/talk down to us-- she understands and effectively communicates that what she has learned and is teaching is not what we are typically taught in schools or in our families. One of the most helpful parts was when she broke down the different types of investments-- typically thinking about investing makes me want to peel off my skin, cry, and yell at someone at the same time, but Financial Feminist broke it down in such an easy and understandable way. I will soon be breaking up with my financial advisor and taking my money out of mutual funds and putting them into ETFs and index funds. I am excited to share this book with all my friends--- this is the learning we've always needed. I'm deeply grateful.

I have been waiting for this book ever since Tori first mentioned it and it does not disappoint! There is truly something for everyone in this book and the way Tori delivers the information is not only accessible and easy to understand, it’s truly enjoyable because of her humor and jokes. I have lost track of how many people I have recommended her podcast to, and I’m sure I’ll lose track with her book too. Tori’s advice has helped me increase my credit score by over 30 points and I am also on the path to pay off my student loans in 2023 without feeling guilty about my debt or feeling deprived. I truly can’t recommend Tori and the Her First 100K team enough! Run, don’t walk, to get this on release day!

I really love Tori which is why I have become such a follower of hers. Some of the things I really enjoyed about this book is the chronological order in which she wrote the book. She starts by addressing the psychology around money and our habits before diving into the deeper stuff. I also liked the end-of-chapter self-reviews as it helps you get personal about your own relationship with money. One thing I have noticed about some finance books recently is the quotes/inserts from other authors (which can be very meaningful) but I find sometimes they are a bit long for me, and I prefer more substance than the repeat of information. Still, I can see the value in driving the point home. This might be more unique to me because I read a lot of finance books so although I might find it repetitive this might be a new concept for someone freshly coming into the finance world. Overall, I love Tori and highly believe in the value of reading this book and what she is doing. I have become a financial feminist and love that she writes with an awareness of how money disproportionately affects women and people of color. Thank you for sharing your process with us! I would recommend this book to anyone new to this and looking to set up their plan for future financial success.

I've followed Tori Dunlap (@herfirst100k) on TikTok for a while and jumped at the chance to read her debut book - and, let me tell you, it did NOT disappoint! Financial Feminist is a phenomenal, non-judgmental look into the patriarchal foundations and how women can approach finances to set themselves up for success. I wish I had this book earlier in my life, and am glad I found it now. Highly recommended.

This book serves as a great introduction to personal finance through the lens of women taking on the patriarchy. Tori’s voice is really relatable and accessible to readers of all backgrounds, While I’m already utilizing many of these strategies, this is a good book for those who are beginning their financial education.

Tori Dunlap's sarcastic and down-to-earth writing style is reminiscent of blog Bitches Get Riches, and includes sidebars from a veritable who's who of personal finance blogging. The finance bloggers provide additional paths to research for readers who want more content.

The book highlights many frequent topics in psychology of money discussions, like helping the reader identify personal goals and values and money messages, as well as practical and actionable advice for the beginnings of personal finance. While this book reads as primarily for the 20-30s woman/nonbinary person, the information would be useful to anyone getting started with taking their finances seriously.

I loved this book! I was fortunate enough to get an advanced copy to read and it did not disappoint. Tori’s book is written for all women in a very non-judgmental way that is meant to educate and empower. Whether you are new to finance or a seasoned veteran, you will come away with actionable steps to better your financial situation. Reading Financial Feminist feels like a personal conversation with Tori and not another book filled with jargon meant to keep you confused. I will be recommending this to all of my family and friends!

I was able to get my hands on an arc and lemme tell you I’m so glad I read this! It’s super informative, simple to understand and put into reality, and entertaining on top of all that. Each chapter had short “homework” that was an easy way to put what you just learned into thought and practice in your own life. I will definitely be recommending this, especially to other young women in my life.

This book was already on my TBR list thanks to seeing so much about it on TikTok. Needless to say I was super excited to have a chance to read an ARC and even more thrilled with how fantastic a resource this book turned out to be.

While Financial Feminist is absolutely a book about how to do the boring parts of adulthood: financial planning, budgeting, paying down debt and building savings, it is also a book about why we do (or don’t) feel the way we do (or don’t) about money. The exploration of why women in particular are not taught about money, how attitudes about money get created and the many myths surrounding financial planning all prove to be very important building blocks of developing money-smarts. Once the reader has a chance to explore the psychology around money, the concise explanations of how to go about achieving financial goals make a lot of sense. The recommendations, and the supporting workbook pages, are also kind. That may seem odd in the realm of money-matters, but the approach is very much based on the idea that we are all humans doing our best, and that “failures” in the realm of money are not moral failures and it is OK to not get it right all of the time. A very comforting thought for those of use living in the endless pit of millennial finances.

As someone whose previous experiences with financial planning have heavily featured men talking at me about what I should be asking instead of answering my actual questions, Dunlap’s application of expertise was a breath of fresh air. Instead of feeling overwhelmed, dismissed and even more confused than when I started, I felt ready to start making some small changes to meet some of our savings goals. I highly recommend this book for anyone who wants to get some money-smarts under their belt and/or start making some financial changes in their life.