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srmilesauthor's review
5.0
I listened to the audiobook. It has an authenticity and a kind of 1:1 feel that makes the tragedy of her backstory more prescient. However, Ms. Pat dropped out of middle school so her reading voice is a little halting so be aware of that. I know she's a comedian, but the stories are so harrowing that it made me tear up. There are funny moments and I think reading it instead of listening to it may give you a bit more distance to enjoy it more. TW: SA, CSA, Gun violence, domestic abuse, child neglect.
kaimynameis's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
5.0
I wanted to cry at some places. Not even the sad places but after she meets her husband because the whole thing plays out like a film where he's a little overwhelmed by her world but he sees the good in her and there's so much good in Ms. Pat. It's like watching a sitcom for 10 seasons and finally seeing the lead win without the other shoe dropping. The first half of this book is sad in a "she was a kid who deserved better" but it's this weird double edged sword because you can teach a child better but there's always outside influences at bay but she made it through and become my favorite comedian and the star of my favorite sitcom The Ms Pat Show
Content Warnings
Moderate: Injury/Injury detail, Infidelity, Sexual harassment, Death of parent, Child abuse, Drug use, Drug abuse, Bullying, Toxic relationship, Emotional abuse, Cursing, Sexual assault, Pedophilia, Addiction, Sexual violence, Adult/minor relationship, Domestic abuse, and Alcoholism
confidentleeme's review
3.0
This book was just fine. I do not know Ms. Pat's work and I think that may be why I'm so meh about the story. It sounds just like every other celebrity who grew up in Atlanta. If you are a fan of hers, I encourage you to read/listen to it. Ms. Pat overcame a lot of adversity.
misstsbookroom's review
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4.0
When I started this book, I knew right away that I was in for a long emotional ride, and I was right! I learned about Ms. Pat late, but when I found out she had a book. I had to read it. The only thing was I listened to the audiobook, and at first, I was put off by her reading the book, but I got used to it and eventually was cool.