rubenlara's reviews
92 reviews

The Best of Me by David Sedaris

funny reflective fast-paced

5.0

Happy-Go-Lucky by David Sedaris

emotional funny reflective fast-paced

5.0

Barrel Fever by David Sedaris

emotional funny lighthearted reflective medium-paced

5.0

Holidays on Ice by David Sedaris

dark emotional funny reflective fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? N/A
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

Calypso by David Sedaris

adventurous emotional funny reflective

5.0

Theft by Finding: Diaries 1977-2002 by David Sedaris

dark emotional funny hopeful reflective sad

5.0

This one is my favorite of his books.

Dress Your Family in Corduroy and Denim by David Sedaris

dark funny hopeful fast-paced

5.0

When You Are Engulfed in Flames by David Sedaris

dark funny inspiring fast-paced

5.0

Me Talk Pretty One Day by David Sedaris

dark funny fast-paced

5.0

Just Kids by Patti Smith

dark emotional funny hopeful inspiring reflective medium-paced

5.0

I'm a sucker for memoirs that feel like the person is talking to you. Conversational style that feels natural and elegant, but at the same time very raw and honest.