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3.93 AVERAGE
3.93 AVERAGE
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
I *love* Busy Phillips. I did *not* love this. It was hard to read at times (meaning a little chaotic) and there were some chapters that I had to put it down because I was so mentally exhausted from what felt like a really long stream of consciousness.
I think she is a really good actor, has a lot of really good principles, but I felt like the autobiography didn't have "lessons learned" or "obstacles overcame" which make a memoir a great read. Sorry, Busy. Laurie4lyfe though <3
I think she is a really good actor, has a lot of really good principles, but I felt like the autobiography didn't have "lessons learned" or "obstacles overcame" which make a memoir a great read. Sorry, Busy. Laurie4lyfe though <3
TW: rape; ‘fat-shaming’
I REALLY loved this book.
When I read the reviews, a lot of those people who didn’t love it, seem to be viewing it with some pretty heavy patriarchal/misogynistic perspective - stating things like, ‘she talks about losing her virginity at 14’ (SHE WAS RAPED. and speaks to it at length throughout the book); ‘she should have known her appearance would be a deciding factor in finding parts’ (blaming her for the pervasive fat shaming and sexism in film/tv); ‘why cry when you don’t get a part?’ (The version of this I’ve personally heard in the corporate world is, ‘don’t be so emotional’); ‘she really loves herself’ (meant to be an insult - but...... wouldn’t that be great? Why do we hate women who are proud of themselves?)
I would encourage people to read - I’ve not read such candid accounts of blatant sexism called out in the film and the industry. I so appreciate a celebrity - or anyone who has a stage - speaking so openly about the things that society wants us to hide (mental health; marriage troubles; postpartum; women experiencing flagrant sexism on a near daily basis). More of this would enable us to perhaps feel a bit more connected.
I can understand that she is not for everyone - I can also see that this book may not be for everyone. But I hope folks can reflect on whether that’s because of unreasonable standards we hold women to, vs just not a book we absorbed or loved or connected with.
I REALLY loved this book.
When I read the reviews, a lot of those people who didn’t love it, seem to be viewing it with some pretty heavy patriarchal/misogynistic perspective - stating things like, ‘she talks about losing her virginity at 14’ (SHE WAS RAPED. and speaks to it at length throughout the book); ‘she should have known her appearance would be a deciding factor in finding parts’ (blaming her for the pervasive fat shaming and sexism in film/tv); ‘why cry when you don’t get a part?’ (The version of this I’ve personally heard in the corporate world is, ‘don’t be so emotional’); ‘she really loves herself’ (meant to be an insult - but...... wouldn’t that be great? Why do we hate women who are proud of themselves?)
I would encourage people to read - I’ve not read such candid accounts of blatant sexism called out in the film and the industry. I so appreciate a celebrity - or anyone who has a stage - speaking so openly about the things that society wants us to hide (mental health; marriage troubles; postpartum; women experiencing flagrant sexism on a near daily basis). More of this would enable us to perhaps feel a bit more connected.
I can understand that she is not for everyone - I can also see that this book may not be for everyone. But I hope folks can reflect on whether that’s because of unreasonable standards we hold women to, vs just not a book we absorbed or loved or connected with.
I gotta say, this was one of the better celeb memoirs I've read-- really honest, a perfect balance of humor & reality. I love Busy and I want to be her friiiiiiend.
Maybe 3.5. Sometimes I was rolling my eyes at Busy (teenage Busy you made TERRIBLE decisions, too much drugs and drinking and caring about these dumbass loser boys, wtf) but overall I like her. Her husband seems like a jerk (sorry?). I did not know the backstory of Blades of Glory. FU Cox brothers. Not sure how I felt about her revealing her daughter's mental health struggles in the book given her age but with her social media presence she's big in "sharenting," and maybe B approved.
Busy did an amazing job narrating her audiobook. She was not afraid to get candid and call people out by name...juicy Hollywood gossip! Busy's memoir is accessible and endearing because of the conversational tone she applies to her writing. She is a great storyteller that is not afraid to talk about difficult topics and share her vulnerabilities with humour and kindness.
emotional
funny
reflective
medium-paced
If you like celebrity memoirs, this is a great one for you. Busy is honest and so relatable! And she's not afraid to name names. She does not hold back, whether it's her family, other people in Hollywood, or her ex-husband. Quick read that is fun, but also has substance.