Just the Funny Parts
I must admit that I didn’t know what this book was about when I decided to read it. I was attracted to the title and the cover image of her list of writing credits.
Now, at risk of sounding like a jerk, I also have to admit that I didn’t like the book. I was expecting her to amuse me with humorous tales from the writers’ room. Instead I was subjected to a long grudge against men and inequality in the workplace.
I know and I readily recognize there is an enormous problem with men harassing women in the workplace, so don’t get me wrong, but I saw some of her problems as a direct result of her actions.
The Twenty-Nineth Day
This book was disappointing. I didn’t find the story leading up to the bear attack very engaging. Once he was attacked it felt pretty minor since they continued on with their journey and there wasn’t much of a rescue effort.
The Gangs of Zion
This was an interesting book because it made me have to admit to a problem that I have never seen in Utah and probably am too dense to recognize it if I were to ever see it. The language made me consider putting it down several times and I was hoping for a more exciting narrative, but it is real life, so obviously it’s not as adventuresome as a movie might be.
We are All Paralyzed
This was an amazing story of faith. I felt inadequate while reading it and feeling like I could do better about my relationship with God. I also feel so grateful that I have not gone through any of this man’s trials. It is definitely worth the read.
Be Useful: Seven Tools for Life
I was attracted to this book by the fact that Arnold Schwarzeneger is the author. This is a great book. His advice is helpful and good to take to heart. Of course a man who is Mr. Universe and who worked hard to get there would know a thing or two about working hard and achieving your goals. He was sincere and honest in his writing. I even laughed out loud on a couple of occasions.
Friends, Lovers, and a Big Terrible Thing
I read this because of his recent passing. It is a sad story of a sad life. A man of such potential who got caught up in drugs and alcohol. It is a good cautionary tale for those with such addictions, but I really would have liked to hear more about his life outside of his addictions.
The Boys
I admire Ron Howards movies and it was interesting to hear his growing up story with his brother Clint.
Just Getting Started
I read this in honor of the passing of Tony Bennett, but I feel like I know very little more about him than before reading the book. This book is mostly talking about the history of people he knew then tying it into the time they worked together. It’s major name-dropping one musician after another. I wish it were more focused on Tony’s life and not others, that is why I read the book after all.