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nickscoby's review against another edition
3.0
Don't let the title and cover photo fool you: this is a pretty heavy book, surprisingly candid and filled with lots of the author's anxieties and self-doubt. To that extent, Lynch definitely "kept it real." She admittedly suffers from major insecurities and, at times, self-loathing, much of which she attributes to her sexuality. By the time she is cast in Glee and meets her wife-to-be, I was thrilled for her. (But now I know that they recently divorced, I want to sob in my pillow, although I suppose it's not too surprising either). Gonna go re-watch Best In Show and then Party Down for the first time!
lurker_stalker's review against another edition
3.0
I enjoyed the book and the author's narration of it.
djredhawk's review against another edition
5.0
I was raised in smaller towns in the sixties and seventies, and I really relate to Jane's recollections of life in that era. It was easy for me to see the young girl writing letters to her favorite celebrities, insisting she be given a shot at stardom.
Thanks for the memories, Jane!
Thanks for the memories, Jane!
cordelia_gretson's review against another edition
4.0
I can't say that I bought this memoir because I was a huge Jane Lynch fan - no offense to her. I was a fan of the show Glee and curious to learn of her take on stage in Annie. It was enough that when I stumbled upon her book I gave the cover a turn and started reading - right there in the store. I was immediately draw to her writing style and the honesty behind the words she chose (particularly describing herself). She's a tough critic of her own personality and humble to sing her own praises. It was a quick and fascinating read. I can say that I feel a good deal of respect for Jane and the journey she's taken to make a respected name for herself. She has splayed her emotional and sexual insecurities to her audience in her exploration and acceptance of who she is; bravo.
littletaiko's review against another edition
3.0
If you enjoy the work of Jane Lynch then you'll enjoy Happy Accidents. A straight-forward, sometimes humorous account of her life thus far, she doesn't shy away from anything. I particularly enjoyed the section of the book that dealt with the Christopher Guest movies.
mamashark32's review against another edition
5.0
I enjoyed every moment of reading this book. From the forward by Carol Burnett to the very last line I was intrigued and drawn in. I have loved Jane Lynch since watching Best In Show and this book only strengthens that feeling. I definitely recommend this book to anyone looking for an honest and unexpected look into her life.
_bunnybear_'s review against another edition
4.0
This was very well written in my opinion and I was quite interested in reading it. I do have to admit that I got kind of bored around the middle, when it felt like Jane started to list her roles and costars with minimal emotion or take away mentioned.
brighteyes0812's review against another edition
4.0
This was a great read! Funny and touching all at the same time. I loved Jane before I read this but now I think I love her even more. It really is the perfect name for her book!