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4.12 AVERAGE
4.12 AVERAGE
It was a delight to listen to this and learn more about Andrew. A great reflection on family, ambition, and relationships.
fast-paced
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funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
I loved the premise of this book and Rannells is a delightful storyteller. He has a great sense of humor about himself and his missteps and this book was a pleasure to read.
Was it even remotely possible for me to fall more deeper in love with this man? Yes. Yes it was. Andy is BAE for life. đ„°
I don't read a lot of celebrity memoirs, and in many cases (especially with young celebs), I kind of think, "What have they endured that's particularly trying or unusual?" or otherwise wonder what they could possibly have to say. I've liked Andrew Rannells ever since he was on Girls, and when someone I know and respect told me about this book, and indicated they had enjoyed it, I figured I'd give it a read if I could get it at the library.
Well, the library came through, so I read this. It was a very quick read, and I can't say it was life-changing or that I learned anything shocking or unexpected about Mr. Rannells, but I did really enjoy getting to know him through this memoir. This would be a great read for a plane ride or at the beach -- there were a couple of times I laughed out loud. It was entertaining and interesting, although it's not something I'd say is a must-read.
Four stars might be generous in terms of how worthwhile this book is, compared to others -- usually I like my 4 and 5 star reads to be books that I think everyone should read or were especially illuminating or intriguing. But, I also rate based on how well a book accomplishes what it sets out to be, and I don't think this one was meant to be world-rocking. It was just Andrew Rannells telling his story, and actually I wish it had gone on for a bit longer and told us about when he got the roles on Girls and in The Book of Mormon.
Well, the library came through, so I read this. It was a very quick read, and I can't say it was life-changing or that I learned anything shocking or unexpected about Mr. Rannells, but I did really enjoy getting to know him through this memoir. This would be a great read for a plane ride or at the beach -- there were a couple of times I laughed out loud. It was entertaining and interesting, although it's not something I'd say is a must-read.
Four stars might be generous in terms of how worthwhile this book is, compared to others -- usually I like my 4 and 5 star reads to be books that I think everyone should read or were especially illuminating or intriguing. But, I also rate based on how well a book accomplishes what it sets out to be, and I don't think this one was meant to be world-rocking. It was just Andrew Rannells telling his story, and actually I wish it had gone on for a bit longer and told us about when he got the roles on Girls and in The Book of Mormon.
The only bad thing I can say about this book is that it ended too soon â right after he got his first role on Broadway. I recommend the audio book version, as I believe hearing the authorâs words in the authorâs voice is the best way to enjoy the book. If you arenât slightly intrigued about what life in New York is like for a young, struggling actor/human or you have no interest in the world of Broadway, probably best to skip this one.
I am a huuuuuge fan of Andrew Rannells, so I may be a bit biased, but I loved this book! :)
Most celebrity memoirs tend to start from the beginning of their life and continues throughout their career up until they are writing the book. Andrew's memoir mainly takes place in his teen years and throughout his 20's. In fact, his book stops right at his Broadway debut in Hairspray, before all of his tremendous success.
I selfishly wanted to hear about his experience in The Book of Mormon and Girls, but I loved how the whole book takes place when he was a scrappy kid living in NYC on his own. I learned so much about him and fell in love with him even more (didn't know that was possible). This is a must read for any lover of Broadway, NYC, and of course Andrew.
Maybe he will write another one describing his life in his 30's! Here's to hoping!!
Most celebrity memoirs tend to start from the beginning of their life and continues throughout their career up until they are writing the book. Andrew's memoir mainly takes place in his teen years and throughout his 20's. In fact, his book stops right at his Broadway debut in Hairspray, before all of his tremendous success.
I selfishly wanted to hear about his experience in The Book of Mormon and Girls, but I loved how the whole book takes place when he was a scrappy kid living in NYC on his own. I learned so much about him and fell in love with him even more (didn't know that was possible). This is a must read for any lover of Broadway, NYC, and of course Andrew.
Maybe he will write another one describing his life in his 30's! Here's to hoping!!
Some books are so good you are torn between devouring them as quickly as possible and drawing it out so it doesnât end so soon. The best of those good books are the kind where the âdevourâ option is the one that wins out because the pain of there being no more to read is outweighed by the need to keep going. This is one of those books. I started it at roughly noon and had it done by a quarter after five, and I only put it down to eat lunch. This book is so beautiful and personal and touching. It feels like youâre looking in on the most beautiful and raw moments of Rannellsâ life and yet the writing is also relatable and unafraid of poking fun at itself. I never thought of myself as the âmemoirâ type person, but if you ever read a memoir, make it this one.