A review by aformeracceleratedreader
Dear Girls: Intimate Tales, Untold Secrets & Advice for Living Your Best Life by Ali Wong

funny fast-paced

3.5

Really enjoyed the audiobook as someone who hasn't seen any of Ali Wong's standup. I don't think I would've enjoyed this as much if I read the physical book. It was pretty funny and heartfelt in many parts of the book and went by quickly, but some of it felt off for me. I think part of the reason is because I don't like the word "pussy" and she uses it a lot. If you aren't into raunchy comedy at all, I'd say skip this. Another part that could be the reason it didn't work for me as much is when she is talking about being Asian it always comes off as very east Asian-centric, and it always makes me feel like if you arent that kind of Asian then you aren't Asian. Even tho she is Chinese Vietnamese and talks about her time in Vietnam, it was still super east Asian-centric. When discussing choosing Asian restaurants, she really only mentioned east Asian cuisine. Maybe this is just telling me I should stop looking for wider/inclusive Asian rep from east Asians. 
Not to say the book is bad by any means, I overall did enjoy listening to the audio since she delivers it in such an engaging and entertaining way. It def isn't the worst non-fiction I've read, but it's not my fave either. It's a good, quick read if you are looking to fill a little bit of time.
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