Rating: 4/5
Disclaimer: I received a free copy via Goodreads Giveaways in exchange for an honest review.
I'll be honest, I didn't know anything about Amy Schumer when I read this book. I was curious about it because I had heard her name numerous times over the past year. Her book was insightful and fun to read. There are events from throughout her life presented here, both before and after her comedy career took off.
The best part about this book is that it was able to make me laugh. It was genuinely funny, especially after I got used to her sense of humor. It's not all a chuckle fest though. There are some tough topics that she talks about, which probably don't get discussed enough. I suppose that could make the book uncomfortable to read at times. After the first time, I was better prepared for the couple of other rough parts. The book mixes the good and bad elements of her life to make an enjoyable read, even if it isn't always fun.
Fans of Schumer's other work will definitely enjoy this. Yet, I think this provides a necessary voice for women that should not be limited to those already familiar with her. Will I check out her comedy after reading this? I doubt it, but I enjoyed the book none the less.
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