I have so many thoughts on the subject matter of this book, it's hard to pin them down into a semblance of a meaningful review. The subject matter of shame is not a new one and not something that hasn't been explored before, but with the onslaught of social media and its increasing prevalence in society, this book is a fascinating and terrifying exploration of how public shaming is making a huge resurgence and how it effects all of us. 
 While I am not one to comment online about a story or headline I've read, I still tend to form my own opinions of which I may share verbally. Realizing that a story does not give the entire picture of the person or situation does not keep me from making snap judgements. And in some cases, when the public express those opinions online it can end up destroying lives. 
 Ronson has put together a very thought provoking and personal look into several lives effected by public shaming. Some of the stories presented here were ones that I personally remember hearing about or seeing online, so it was interesting to hear both sides of the stories. 
 This would have been a 5 star rating for me, except the author came across as a bit pretentious at times, although that may have been me being out of step with Ronson's sense of humor. Still a 4.5 rating for me and a great read!