A review by chrismkayser
American on Purpose: The Improbable Adventures of an Unlikely Patriot by Craig Ferguson

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.