cblakebakes's review against another edition
dark
emotional
funny
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
4.75
dustyafox's review against another edition
emotional
funny
reflective
medium-paced
5.0
Loved this book. As someone else who grew up with anxiety and depression, I found it very easy to relate with Gary's story. Funny, raw, and inspiring.
emms's review
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
medium-paced
5.0
I loved this! I sadly have never related to someone experience more in my life than this book. Highly recommend!
tifosichris's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
sad
medium-paced
5.0
leitnerkev's review
funny
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
3.0
Gary Gulman has been open about his mental health issues and he's never said implied his case was indicative of broader, deeper truths about trauma or depression or anxiety. In other words he present his story as just that: history. If you find inspiration. Or comfort great..and I applaud the honesty and vulnerability for sure. With all that said why did I assume Misfit would be any more than just Gary's childhood story (bracketed by his 2017 breakdown). And disappointingly it's a standard, common journey through academic ups and downs, dodging bullies, and some athletic success stories. What it is not is particularly unique, unfortunately. There are some shining hilarious segments, one of which is his discovery he'd been held back for 1st grade. His football season in his senior year is also a highlight.
honeybee13's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
sad
fast-paced
5.0
Amazing. Extremely relatable to me. Unfortunately I had a similar experience growing up with a mental illness that wasn't treated until I was an adult. Funny, touching, and inspiring.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Suicidal thoughts and Mental illness
glaciod's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
sad
medium-paced
3.75