I Can't Date Jesus: Love, Sex, Family, Race, and Other Reasons I've Put My Faith in Beyoncé

Though I’ve never read any of the author’s previous work, I still wanted to try reading this and it was a very entertaining read. Michael’s style is very conversational, like he is just talking to us about all his feelings. His issues about his father’s abuse, his very religious mother, his paranoia about intimacy - all heavy topics are written in a very humorous way. I was obviously expecting a little more political commentary since Michael is very opinionated, but the book concentrates more on his many unsuccessful dating attempts quite graphically. This book definitely wouldn’t have worked for me if not for his quick wit and self-deprecating nature while discussing the most impactful situations in his life. I would show more definitely recommend it. show less

Good listen although a little too much dating talk for me (though I should have known from the title). He made me laugh out loud a ton though (which was especially fun while walking my cart through the aisles at Target). Also his chapter on Beyoncé is beautiful; I hope he gets the chance to tell her everything one day.

Ah to be young, gifted, and looking for love in NYC. Arceneaux is funny and insightful, and you can't help but wish him only good things.

A very talented writer, who was able to sprinkle in places and locales to give readers not familiar with his life experiences a glimpse into his upbringing.