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steveno's review against another edition
3.0
Pretty typical addiction memoir. Interestingly, the sober years are discussed in much less detail than the previous ones.
dragonscribe's review against another edition
5.0
I went into this book hoping to see, at they very least, an expansion of what I see every weeknight on my television. Instead I was treated to a witty, articulate, no-holds-barred Craig Ferguson who told his story with a candor I found equal parts refreshing, sad, hilarious, and inspiring. This man can write.
I appreciated his honesty when talking about his demons and failures, and it made me rejoice with him all the more when he spoke of his successes. There is so much more to this late-night man than meets the eye, and it was a pleasure to realize.
A must read.
I appreciated his honesty when talking about his demons and failures, and it made me rejoice with him all the more when he spoke of his successes. There is so much more to this late-night man than meets the eye, and it was a pleasure to realize.
A must read.
tygaribay's review against another edition
5.0
the first of my Xmas books to be read this year...i love Craig Ferguson's show and had been looking forward to reading his memoir since i first heard about it. Ferguson had a pretty wild life, included stints as a punk rock band drummer and a hard core alcoholic before straightening up and landing the big gig on late night. the book is at times touching and inspirational, and frequently laugh out load funny. Ferguson's observations about the USA and why he chose to be come a citizen last year are welcome positive feedback after the last few years. a quick read and highly recommended!
brettjamen's review against another edition
5.0
If you are a fan of Craig Ferguson, or merely coming to America stories, you owe it to yourself to read this book. Even better, get the audiobook version, and allow Craig to read it for you. His voice would have been in your head anyways.
chrismkayser's review against another edition
5.0
I listened to the audio book of this, which Craig reads. I thought it was funny, heartwarming, and inspiring. He tells the story of his wanting to become an American since he was a child. He writes candidly about his problems with drugs and alcohol, his multiple failed marriages, and his bumpy road to success. Despite knowing the outcome - that he's now an American citizen, happily married, and host of the Late Late Show - I still enjoyed hearing about how he got there, and even cheered a bit in the car when he talks about getting the call telling him he got the Late Late Show gig.
I'd definitely recommend this to anyone who likes Craig's show or standup, or anyone that wants an uplifting read that's not ashamed to be patriotic in the deepest sense of the word, and that talks candidly about what it takes to overcome alcoholism and get your life back on track.
I'd definitely recommend this to anyone who likes Craig's show or standup, or anyone that wants an uplifting read that's not ashamed to be patriotic in the deepest sense of the word, and that talks candidly about what it takes to overcome alcoholism and get your life back on track.
lizlalettrice's review against another edition
4.0
As if I couldn't love a book by this hilarious man, I was pleasantly surprised to see how well-written it was! Ferguson seems like a humble, good-hearted man with a trait(s) I truly appreciate: the ability to take responsibility for ones actions, acknowledge the effects they have/had on others AND atone with dignity and grace.
starbuck42084's review against another edition
4.0
Reading this only added to the love and respect I already have for Mr. Ferguson.
"When I arrived in America, here’s what America asked of me: nothin’. I was free, free to have my own past, free to succeed, free to fail. America did not even ask me to be a citizen. I chose to be a citizen."
"When I arrived in America, here’s what America asked of me: nothin’. I was free, free to have my own past, free to succeed, free to fail. America did not even ask me to be a citizen. I chose to be a citizen."