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When Chelsea Handler needs to get a few things off her chest, she appeals to a higher power -- vodka. You would too if you found out that your boyfriend was having an affair with a Peekapoo or if you had to pretend to be honeymooning with your father in order to upgrade to first class. Welcome to Chelsea's world -- a place where absurdity reigns supreme and a quick wit is the best line of defense. In this hilarious, deliciously skewed collection, Chelsea mines her past for stories about her family, relationships, and career that are at once singular and ridiculous. Whether she's convincing her third-grade class that she has been tapped to play Goldie Hawn's daughter in the sequel to Private Benjamin, deciding to be more egalitarian by dating a redhead, or looking out for a foulmouthed, rum-swilling little person who looks just like her...only smaller, Chelsea has a knack for getting herself into the most outrageous situations. Are You There, Vodka? It's Me, Chelsea showcases the candor and irresistible turns of phrase that have made her one of the freshest voices in comedy today. |
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| 07-10-08 | 2 | 1\1 |
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Not a big fan of this book. Chelsea's humor is pretty juvenile...dirty but still juvenile. I did laugh out loud once or twice but the rest of the book was pretty boring.
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-07-12 07:31:41 EST)
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| 07-10-08 | 5 | 0\1 |
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We only cacth a glimpse of Chelsea Handler in Australia on PayTv. This book is a hoot...I read it twice...within a week. Her stories of family are hilarious and stunning and her father deserves partial credit for giving her the kind of material comedians pay top dollar for. Chelsea's real life and personal style are far more appealing and lol funny than anything offered up by other stand up dudes and sitcoms. She also doesn't mind a laugh at her own expense and offers up some staggering revelations.
Compare this to the self-satisfied smug fest of You're Lucky You're Funny by Phil Rosenthal (Producer of Everybody Thinks Raymond is a Schmuck) and you will be reaching for a celebratory cocktail instead of a chuck bucket (That is Aust. for barf bag!) (Review Data Last Updated: 2008-07-12 07:31:41 EST)
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| 07-09-08 | 1 | 1\1 |
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I listened to the audio version and it was a total waste of time. I casually watch her on TV and thought she was funny. This comes across as bitter, cynical and not very comical.
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-07-12 07:31:41 EST)
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| 07-08-08 | 3 | (NA) |
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Borrowed from a girlfriend. Took some selective reading to get past the Cosmo writing, but there are some really hilarious bits in here for guys to read. Great satire.
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-07-10 17:33:41 EST)
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| 07-08-08 | 5 | (NA) |
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I thought this was a great book. I caught myself many times laughing out loud.
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| 07-08-08 | 5 | (NA) |
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A friend of mine told me I needed to read this book and I was not sure at first, but once I picked it up I couldn't put it down and finished it that day! I was laughing out loud on the beach like a crazy person! I was never really a huge fan of Chelsea until this book, she's a fabulous comedian! Definitely a fun read!
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| 07-07-08 | 5 | (NA) |
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I loved this book almost as much as her other book called my horizontal life.
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| 07-07-08 | 5 | (NA) |
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This book is great! We read it for our book club and we all agreed that it felt like Chelsea was reading the book to us. Very funny book if you are a fan of Chelsea Handler, or if you just like rounchy comedy!
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-07-09 01:13:10 EST)
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| 07-07-08 | 1 | 2\3 |
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I definitely agree with the other negative reviews. I could barely finish it and it was very disjointed. I laughed twice, the most refreshing part I thought was the last chapter, the writing was good and I wish that she had done more of it through out the book. I like her on TV she should stick to that medium. There are much better humor books out there.
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| 07-06-08 | 5 | 0\1 |
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Clever, quick, witty. Best of all - I laughed. And laughed. Not for the timid or those who are so PC that they don't know or appreciate sarcasm when they hear it. I think her writing is clear and conversational - it is easy to "hear" her voice in her writing. I am recommending it to all my friends.
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-07-08 01:14:14 EST)
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| 07-05-08 | 2 | 1\2 |
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I wanted a book on audio CD so I bought this book. I have watched Handler's show on E and thought the banter and gossip can be pretty funny and/or interesting at times, so I thought this might give me a good laugh or at least a smile.
I listened to the first CD and by the time it was over I was totally irritated. Mad at myself for wasting my money mostly. You know the feeling when something is so bad or disappointing you want to run screaming from the room? I cannot put into words how profoundly disappointed I am in this book. In my personal opinion, this is not funny. It is annoying and stupid. I thought I might listen to the second CD just to give it another chance, but after reading some negative reviews here (by readers who had read the WHOLE book) I decided not to waste any more of my time and return this to Amazon for a refund. I'm still searching for a good book on audio CD. (Review Data Last Updated: 2008-07-08 01:14:14 EST)
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| 07-04-08 | 5 | 0\1 |
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Chelsea continues to portay her exceptional talent and humor. I laughed outloud through the entire book. I had to buy copies for my friends becasue this talent cannot be contained. Bravo!!!
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-07-06 22:13:22 EST)
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| 07-03-08 | 5 | (NA) |
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I needed to take a break from all of the mystery books I usually read and the title of this book just caught my eye. I decided to buy it and give it a try. I was hooked after reading the first page. This book is so easy to read, light and funny. I recommend this book to anyone! Great on beach, or when you just need a break and just to laugh out loud!
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-07-05 01:29:11 EST)
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| 07-03-08 | 5 | 0\1 |
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I could probably read this in one sitting if it wasn't so funny. I have to keep putting it down to give myself a break from laughing. I don't think I have gotten through two pages before I was laughing, hysterically, out loud.
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-07-05 01:29:11 EST)
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| 07-01-08 | 4 | (NA) |
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you have to "get" Chelsea Handler, if you do, you'll really enjoy this book. She's funny, irreverent and certainly off center. A fast read. Enjoyed it.
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-07-04 03:48:13 EST)
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| 07-01-08 | 4 | (NA) |
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this was the funniest books i've read in a very long time. i actually laughed out load which i never do with a book. i look forward to her next book
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-07-04 03:48:13 EST)
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| 06-30-08 | 5 | 0\1 |
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I finished this book in a couple of days.It made me LOL.This book is the best story I've read in some time.Perfect gift for a bestfriend.
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-07-04 03:48:13 EST)
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| 06-29-08 | 4 | (NA) |
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If you are a fan of the show Chelsea Lately, you will enjoy this book.
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-06-30 04:11:24 EST)
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| 06-29-08 | 5 | (NA) |
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This was the funniest book I have read! I love watching her show and figured I would love to read her book as well. I couldn't put it down. I read the whole book in one day!
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-06-30 04:11:24 EST)
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| 06-27-08 | 5 | (NA) |
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Chelsea Handler is one of the funniest women in Hollywood. And these two books of hers prove just how hilarious she is. I laughed outloud while reading these at home by myself. I laughed outloud on the airplane I was reading them on, people may have looked however I was so enthralled with the story I didn't notice nor did I care! I have since lent out both books to every friend that has seen me reading these and they agree, Chelsea Handler may be the funniest woman we "know".
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-06-30 00:16:30 EST)
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| 06-27-08 | 2 | 2\2 |
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Maybe it's just me, but while I found parts of this book amusing, overall, I found it profoundly depressing. That a smart, funny, beautiful and multi talented young woman chooses to spend her life in bad jobs, one night stands, and the bottom of various bottles of alcohol does not make me laugh, it makes me sad. I did, however, very much enjoy the parts where she writes about her family. Good writer, bad material.
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-06-30 00:16:30 EST)
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| 06-27-08 | 3 | 2\2 |
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This material is pure puff; nothing gets treated as serious or meaningful in all of her observations. She is funny at times, but when I finished this book (in a couple of hours) I almost felt like I had just gotten caught reading Cosmo on line at the check out stand. She has all the depth of a sophomore sorority girl.
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-06-30 00:16:30 EST)
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| 06-27-08 | 5 | (NA) |
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A wonderful follow up to her first book. Delivers just like the first did. This book is more vignettes of her life, kind of randomly placed, but definitely just as good as "My Horizontal Life." Would recommend to anyone who wants a good laugh and a happy ending. ;)
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-06-30 00:16:30 EST)
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| 06-26-08 | 5 | 0\2 |
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I laughed out loud throughout the entire book. I absolutely love Chelsea now, and I can't wait to read her first book
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| 06-24-08 | 4 | (NA) |
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must admit its not as good as the first one however it still carries chelsea orginial charm and humor. i think this book it def at a lot more sensitive since sex isn't the #1 focus. if u like chelsea, buy and enjoy :)
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-06-26 14:41:43 EST)
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| 06-24-08 | 5 | (NA) |
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YOU HAVE to get the audio book if your gonna really enjoy this book. Theres so many little things u wouldnt pick up on if not hearing it straight from her. I was never a huge fan of her myself.. but after listening to this book, I love her. Im buying her other book as we speak! I just hope its on Audio...
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-06-26 14:41:43 EST)
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| 06-23-08 | 5 | (NA) |
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I love Chelsea Handler right now. Not so much the talk show host (don't think it's the right medium for her), but the author. I literally laughed out loud while reading this book.
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-06-26 14:41:43 EST)
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| 06-23-08 | 2 | 0\1 |
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Never read this author before nor have I seen any of her work, bought the book because I liked the title - note to self - NEVER do that again. Amusing? On a scale of 1 to 10, maybe a 2 for 'funny'. Very easy to put down and forget, however I pushed through to the end and was happy it was over.
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| 06-23-08 | 5 | 0\1 |
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I bought this book yesterday and I was not able to put it down. I read it from cover to cover in one day and I finished it wanting more! I began reading it at the beach and I was definetly getting funny looks from other beach goers every time I burst out laughing. I think my favorite parts where in the begining of the book when she recounts stories from her childhood. The babysitting operation she had going was hilarious. I also loved the part when "Big Red" goes to her apartment to dump her for getting "too serious too soon" and little does her know she's stashed her male neighbor under her bed (naked). Men are so stupid.
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-06-26 14:41:43 EST)
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| 06-23-08 | 5 | (NA) |
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Enough said from my title. Just sit back, grab a drink and read. Give it to a friend. They'll definitely thank you!
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-06-26 14:41:43 EST)
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| 06-22-08 | 5 | (NA) |
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Anyone that enjoys Chelsea's humor or her show you will love this book it is soo funny!
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-06-23 01:55:58 EST)
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| 06-22-08 | 5 | (NA) |
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I love Chelsea Handler and I have seen her perform live. I would definitely recommend this book. It has the same wit and laugh out loud hilarity that she has in person. I especially love the part about her taking her dad on vacation. It's well worth the read!
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-06-23 01:55:58 EST)
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| 06-21-08 | 5 | (NA) |
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IN a quick read, Chelsea spans through so much in a light funny way, I laughed out loud this book is a MUST READ girls!
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-06-23 00:47:28 EST)
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| 06-20-08 | 4 | (NA) |
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I really enjoyed this book. It gave me a lot of laughs. I especially like the part where she took her father on vacation. I think anyone with a strange sense of humor will enjoy it.
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-06-23 00:47:28 EST)
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| 06-19-08 | 5 | (NA) |
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I love her! I love the show on E, and I found "In the Motherhood" online. Chelsea is so funny, she seems like just a normal person you'd love to hang out with. I was sad to finish it. This book was great!
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-06-22 00:03:40 EST)
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| 06-19-08 | 5 | (NA) |
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This book had me laughing out loud. Be prepared, Chelsea is one out of control gal!
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| 06-18-08 | 5 | (NA) |
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This book was so funny a real joy to read. I hope to hear more from her later. Good read, I read it in a day . I passed it on to my friends.
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-06-21 01:10:13 EST)
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| 06-18-08 | 5 | (NA) |
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Just thought I'd read a quick chapter after taking a LUNESTA and read the whole thing. I was howling w/ laughter and my husband kept telling me to be quiet. Thought it would just be ok, but so much better. Am buying her horizontal life book now.
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-06-21 01:10:13 EST)
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| 06-18-08 | 5 | (NA) |
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I read Horizontial Life too, and that was Hysterical. This One is also . I Bought it , and it was all I could do NOT to read it. I wanted to save it for my vacation. So I Took it, and read out at Pool. I was Laughing out loud... !!!!!!! My BF said he heard me chuckling... Many times, while reading. I was Sad when I finished, No More laughs! GOOD BOOK I LOVE chelsea! I Love her SHow On E! and I Love her Books. Worth the Money if You Like toLaugh! Good Gift to give someone whos sad too... it would cheer them right UP!
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| 06-18-08 | 5 | (NA) |
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Stressed-out brides will LOVE this book. So if that's you or a friend, get this book immediately and get ready to laugh out loud....a LOT! Chelsea Handler is a riot! This should be Required Reading for anyone planning a wedding.
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| 06-18-08 | 5 | (NA) |
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I bought this book and could not put it down. My belly hurt the next day I had laughed so hard and so much. She is funny on tv but much more so in writing. Put me in a great mood. Write more books, Chelsea Handler!
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-06-21 01:10:13 EST)
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| 06-18-08 | 5 | (NA) |
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I love this book. i give it 5 stars!!!! you could never go wrong by buying this book. If you like Chelsea Lately the show on E! you will love this outrageously hilarious book!
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| 06-17-08 | 5 | (NA) |
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I bought this Kindle Book after I watched several episodes of "Chelsea Lately" with my wife. It's a total laugh-fest! If you think she's funny on her television series, wait until you see her humor unleashed in this book. Totally Loved It!
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| 06-17-08 | 5 | (NA) |
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Chelsea Handler is a comic genius. It was hard to put down this delightful & entertaining book. I've been a big fan of her work on TV and think she is a brilliant comic, but I was amazed at how talented a writer she is. Buy this book. You won't be sorry. Pure fun!!!
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| 06-16-08 | 5 | (NA) |
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I don't remember ever laughing out loud while reading a book in the past. Chelsey is such a riot and gets herself in the most hilarious situations. My only complaint about this book is that it was too short and I read it quickly as it was too hard to put down!
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-06-19 01:10:10 EST)
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| 06-16-08 | 3 | (NA) |
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The book came very fast. I didn't think it was as good as her first one, but the last two chapters got me to laugh out loud.
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| 06-16-08 | 5 | (NA) |
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This book is absolutely hilarious. I was laughing out loud for the majority of the time I spent reading it. Her essays are extremely well-written and full of humor. I think Chelsea is a better writer than she is a performer (at least on her show on E!). If you want to laugh, read this!!!
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-06-19 01:10:11 EST)
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| 06-15-08 | 5 | (NA) |
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I am a HUGE Chelsea Handler fan! & I LOVE this book! the stories are so great and only the one about her boyfriend Mohammed made me cringe. He's a sick bastard. I LOVED all of the other stories though. there's one about Chelsea's experiences in jail, another little nugget from her past, and so much more. It's so outragous and I love how she refers to her dad as "bitch tits". I could not put this book down. The best thing about it is that she writes how she talks and it makes it so easy to visualize what's going on. I would reccomend this book to EVERYONE!
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-06-17 01:10:22 EST)
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| 06-13-08 | 2 | (NA) |
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This book was a real disappointment. I was expecting it to be enjoyable and humourous as well, but instead was very ho-hum and not the least bit funny. I haven't tried any of her other books, but I am not likely to now. Some of the bits which were probably intended to be funny were merely stabs at crude humor. Don't waste your time with this one.
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-06-16 01:11:21 EST)
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| 06-13-08 | 5 | (NA) |
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I love it! It is sooooooooo funny! It is just Chelsea, just like we can watch her on her Chelsea lately.
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-06-16 01:11:21 EST)
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