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4.05 AVERAGE
4.05 AVERAGE
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A fascinating look into Scientology. Listening to the audio version of the book is a must to hear it directly from the author herself.
Way back in 1982 Battlefield Earth came out in bookstores and I was amped up to get my hands on a copy. Yes children, L. Ron Hubbard was my introduction to Sci Fi. There was a catch though, my Grandpappy insisted that he have the opportunity to read it before me. I begrudgingly handed over my copy knowing it would be at least a week before I'd get the book back. And the new book smell would likely be completely gone. What the hell was this? I was almost 12! I had read Helter Skelter and nobody batted an eye.
Many years have passed since I read of Jonnie's rebellion against Terl and the Psychlos and I have learned some things. One of those things I recognize now is that my old Grandpappy knew a few things. I don't recall anything in Battlefield Earth designed to indoctrinate readers and I am not generally, indoctrinable. It's the thought that counts though.
Indoctrinable? Is that even a word?
Anyway, Ms. Remini writes in an endearing and straightforward manner. I never read any of the articles about her departure from Scientology. I was surprised to learn that she was brought into the organization through her mother before she was a teenager, that she dropped out of school in the eighth grade, and that she used to have a mullet.
Scientology appears to be just a way to rob people blind. Generally speaking, I believe that people should do whatever makes them happy, as long as they don't hurt other living creatures and truly try to make the world a better place. Scientology doesn't meet those qualifications, at least not based on what I've read here. I try to keep an open mind but I could never be part of an organization that discourages one's right to question.
I didn't need Leah Remini to tell me anything about Tom Cruise though. That whole jumping on the couch thing on Oprah speaks for itself.
Many years have passed since I read of Jonnie's rebellion against Terl and the Psychlos and I have learned some things. One of those things I recognize now is that my old Grandpappy knew a few things. I don't recall anything in Battlefield Earth designed to indoctrinate readers and I am not generally, indoctrinable. It's the thought that counts though.
Indoctrinable? Is that even a word?
Anyway, Ms. Remini writes in an endearing and straightforward manner. I never read any of the articles about her departure from Scientology. I was surprised to learn that she was brought into the organization through her mother before she was a teenager, that she dropped out of school in the eighth grade, and that she used to have a mullet.
Scientology appears to be just a way to rob people blind. Generally speaking, I believe that people should do whatever makes them happy, as long as they don't hurt other living creatures and truly try to make the world a better place. Scientology doesn't meet those qualifications, at least not based on what I've read here. I try to keep an open mind but I could never be part of an organization that discourages one's right to question.
I didn't need Leah Remini to tell me anything about Tom Cruise though. That whole jumping on the couch thing on Oprah speaks for itself.
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Troublemaker is the autobiography from actress Leah Remini about her rise to stardom and her time in Scientology.
I am going to tread lightly as I review this book as I know the main subject of this book can be very litigious and I don't want anything to do with it.
I thought this was a really fascinating look into Leah's life. Right off the bat, she lets you know that she has done things (and lists those things) that she is not proud of and wanted to be upfront about so it couldn't be used against her later. I thought it was a very candid telling of her life. She pointed out the parts where she did things wrong or how she could have done things different.
Personally, I listened to the audiobook of this which is read by Leah herself and I think that was the best way to go about this. Hearing the story from Leah's own mouth really added to understanding her as a person. There are times where she is a really fast talker and that's just who she is. I liked how unapologetic she was about talking about her life growing up and her rise to becoming a star. This really showed how hard it is to get a break in Hollywood and how much work she had to put in to get to the place she is at.
This is also the inspiration for her A&E TV show which I watched and thought was really fascinating. I definitely think this is a must read book not only if you want to know more about Leah herself but about the other subject she touches on in this book.
I am going to tread lightly as I review this book as I know the main subject of this book can be very litigious and I don't want anything to do with it.
I thought this was a really fascinating look into Leah's life. Right off the bat, she lets you know that she has done things (and lists those things) that she is not proud of and wanted to be upfront about so it couldn't be used against her later. I thought it was a very candid telling of her life. She pointed out the parts where she did things wrong or how she could have done things different.
Personally, I listened to the audiobook of this which is read by Leah herself and I think that was the best way to go about this. Hearing the story from Leah's own mouth really added to understanding her as a person. There are times where she is a really fast talker and that's just who she is. I liked how unapologetic she was about talking about her life growing up and her rise to becoming a star. This really showed how hard it is to get a break in Hollywood and how much work she had to put in to get to the place she is at.
This is also the inspiration for her A&E TV show which I watched and thought was really fascinating. I definitely think this is a must read book not only if you want to know more about Leah herself but about the other subject she touches on in this book.
Scientology is nuts. This book has been on my radar for a while because I enjoyed her Netflix show exposing Scientology so much. It was neat hearing Leah’s story and the life-altering impact this cult had on her life. There’s no doubt her strong will was the driving force in her ability to leave, and I’m glad her personality took front and center in this book, because the story would have been lifeless without it.
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This was really eye-opening. Before reading I who Leah Remini was, but I wouldn't say I was a "fan." So, I didn't really know anything about her personal life. I had no idea she left Scientology, let alone that she had been raised in it! The stories she shares are mind-boggling. I can't imagine the courage it took to write this book. I applaud her for leaving, for sharing, and for speaking out.