sonni89's review against another edition
5.0
This was an absolute joy to read. I loved spending a few hours in Akilah's head, learning more about her life and the things that matter to her. I definitely cried at the chapter about her health, and was enraged at the stories about her fifth-grade teacher, but other than that, I laughed. I laughed so much. I very much enjoyed her stories about arriving in New York, and karaoke, and friendships, and going viral. Akilah's sense of humor is just the best and it really does seem after reading the book like you just gained a new friend. Her warmth as a person comes across on every page, and I didn't want this book to end.
lyndsm's review against another edition
5.0
I knew this book was going to be great when it started with a dedication to Oprah! Akilah’s essays are both hilarious (unsurprising if you’re familiar with her comedy!) and candid. I love Akilah’s sense of humor and writing style. I finished the book in less than two days. Such a fun read!
whatemilysreading's review against another edition
4.0
I LOVE Akilah. I've been following her online for years, and she has been a co-host on one of my favorite daily news podcasts, What A Day. Not sure what took me so long to finally get a hold of this book, but I'm so glad I've finally read it. These essays were both hilarious and eye-opening. I was laughing out loud in public to some and tearing up at others. She balanced the two tones really well.
erinmariebrinkman's review against another edition
3.0
Light, fluffy, and entertaining with lots of laughs and vulnerable stories but without one coherent theme or thread
mrsjozy's review against another edition
4.0
Great story of how Akilah got to where she is today and hopefully what we can expect in the future!
shaniquekee's review against another edition
3.0
I picked it for the title and the cover, but I don't really know who Akilah Hughes is. She seems cool though. I was wishing for a bit more, idk, depth? introspection? in this book. Many of the essays felt a bit superficial, like she didn't really dig into what she was talking about. Might be good for a younger audience though, because what she does talk about it pretty varied and is a lot about growing up/coming of age (and she's funny).