Leslie F*cking Jones

I really enjoyed this book. It brought me through several emotions (which I like). I laughed a few times, was upset with her a few times, sad with her a few times, and shared her anger. I even slammed the book closed once. Any book that can do that, earns some stars. Good read, felt like some parts dragged just a little though.

I read the hardcover version and followed up with the audiobook because I heard that Leslie Jones not only “reads” the book herself, but also riffs on what she wrote. So, listening and reading are totally different experiences, but both are very much Leslie Jones.

She is super honest and straightforward about her all facets of her life. There are times where you will cry at the hardships she and her family endured and times where you will laugh and cheer at Leslie's audacity and courage. It's always interesting to me to hear any creative person talk about their inspiration and artistic process, so this book fit that bill.

As someone who has read a lot of memoirs, especially from those who have been part of the SNL cast, Leslie Jones' memoir is among the best. It not just shows how hilarious, charming, and charismatic Leslie is but also how powerful, strong, and resilient she truly is. Reading about her life was full of hilarity, failure, heartbreak, tragedy, confidence, and triumph. It was so dang good throughout and I couldn't put it down. I love the messages about being true to yourself, embracing what defines or doesn't define you, doing the best you can, embracing failure and stepping back up to the plate and keep on swinging. Highly recommend!