Thank you, NetGalley, for the advance ebook copy of Hate Won’t Win by Mallory McMorrow.

I’ve been a fan of Mallory for several years, and it was empowering to take a deeper dive into her work and advocacy as a Michigan State Senator. In a time when the world feels especially dark, this book was a refreshing and motivating read—reminding us why strong, political leaders like Mallory are so important and vital.

The first part of the book reads as a memoir, offering insight into Mallory's personal journey and experiences, while the second half serves as a powerful call to action. It energized me, provided guidance, and laid out tangible steps for getting involved. Hate Won’t Win is both an inspiring and necessary read for those who care about fighting for what’s right.

This book by Michigan State Senator Mallory McMorrow is part memoir and part instructional guide. The first half details how she got into politics and her time in the Michigan legislature. It's a memoir, but with a fairly narrow focus. It also goes in depth about her viral Hate Won't Win speech and the events leading up to it. The second half reads more like a self=help book at times, taking a broader view by outlining the tangible steps you can take to build community, fight for what's right, and create real, lasting change.

I enjoyed learning more about Mallory and was inspired by her journey. I do wish the description for this book was clearer about the first half being a memoir so that readers have a clear understanding of what they're about to read.

Thank you to Grand Central Publishing for providing me with an advanced copy of this book via NetGalley.

State Senator Mallory McMorrow's "Hate Won't Win" is a fresh, motivating read that is part narrative, part "how to," and part workbook. It's exactly the kind of book I would have loved to use as my guide when I ran for office alongside her in 2018 for the Michigan legislature.

In this time of great uncertainty in our country with the re-election of Donald Trump to the presidency and Republicans winning majorities in both houses of Congress at the federal level and making some gains across the country downballot, McMorrow's book can and should be a seminal read for those looking to engage in our political system in the Trump 2.0 era.

Mallory McMorrow’s Hate Won’t Win offers a deeply personal account of her political journey, interwoven with reflections on leadership and resilience. While the book’s intentions are clear and its message inspiring, its structure creates a split experience for the reader.

The first half is where the book truly shines, detailing McMorrow’s rise in Michigan politics, her groundbreaking achievements, and her response to a public smear campaign. Her storytelling here is captivating, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the challenges and triumphs of modern-day politics.

The latter half shifts gears, incorporating broader reflections and advice for navigating life and societal issues. While parts of this are heartfelt, the tone feels uneven, and the content may appeal more to readers new to political engagement or self-improvement literature. For those hoping for a more sustained focus on McMorrow’s political insights, this section might feel less compelling.

Overall, Hate Won’t Win is an empowering read, particularly for those seeking a blend of inspiration and actionable takeaways, though its dual focus may leave some readers wanting a clearer narrative thread.

Thank you to Grand Central Publishing for my free review copy.

I loved the first half and Mcmorrow tells her story VERY well. the second half was, i found, a significant chunk weaker, though. 4 stars. tysm for the arc.

Thank you, Grand Central Publishing, for providing this book for review consideration via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.

Mr. Book just finished Hate Won’t Win: Find Your Power and Leave This Place Better Than You Found It, by Mallory McMorrow.

This book will be published on March 25, 2025.

This book is by Mallory McMorrow, who was the youngest woman ever elected to the Michigan State Senate. She made national news when a speech she made on the floor of the Senate went viral in April 2022.

I felt like I was reading two different books. The first part of the book, when she limited herself to politics was very interesting. The author wrote about how she got started and defeated an entrenched Republican incumbent. She then was victimized by sexual harassment during her Senate initiation sessions by another member of the Senate. The speech that went viral came after she was the target of a vicious slandering by one of the Republican Senators.

But, then the second part was a mixture of life tips, as well as sometimes incorporating politics into it. When she was writing politics and was writing about her interactions with people., that part was effective, but when she started talking about politics in general, it felt too much like a “politics for dummies” book. I wouldn’t say she was talking down to the audience, but it did seem like her audience was people who are not interested in the topic. And, when she wasn’t writing about politics in that part of the book, I was definitely not the target audience for that either.

I became a fan of Senator McMorrow while reading the book and hope she has a great future ahead of her in politics. But, when it comes to this book, unfortunately, the best I can do is give it a B.

Goodreads and NetGalley require grades on a 1-5 star system. In my personal conversion system, a B equates to 3 stars. (A or A+: 5 stars, B+: 4 stars, B: 3 stars, C: 2 stars, D or F: 1 star).

This review has been posted at NetGalley, Goodreads and Mr. Book’s Book Reviews

I finished reading this on December 23, 2024.

Mallory McMorrow is a state senator of Michigan. You may have seen her on various news outlets and at the recent DNC convention, holding a giant Project 2025 plan book. But you have never heard her story. How did she get the urger to run for her local state Senate? She explains her path in this book, and how you can be involved in local politics. She advocates that if you want to see change, get involved. Ms. McMorrow's story is inspiring and heartwarming, but it is also a story with dark themes, so there is a trigger warning of SA and suicide.

Ms. McMorrow is like a friend who encourages you to be a change-maker instead of sitting there and complaining. At the end of this book is a workbook showing how to start making those changes slowly. This book was an interesting read and she weaved in stories of real people throughout her book on both sides of the aisle. We learn an honest look at the world of public life and it will not be easy there is a lot of cutthroat competition. If you are interested in learning about her life and getting involved in local politics this is an excellent book to have in your lib