Roxane Gay's book "Hunger" critiques the alluring representations often found in promotional materials that depict idyllic and appealing scenarios. She shares her instinctive skepticism toward such portrayals, suggesting they can be misleading and fail to capture the reality they aim to present.

Through her reflections, Gay encourages readers to question the authenticity of idealized imagery in various forms of media. Her insights reveal how easily one can be swayed by propaganda that glosses over the complexities of real life, promoting a critical perspective on societal standards and expectations.