Reviews
You Should Sit Down for This: A Memoir about Wine, Life, and Cookies by Tamera Mowry-Housley
amandadglaze's review
3.75
I’m a tad bit obsessed with Tamera (and her sister). I’ve seen every single episode of Sister Sister. I watched The Real religiously. I’ve seen all her Hallmark movies. So when Tam Tam came out with a memoir I purchased it immediately! It was pretty good. A quick cute read. I did want more of an in depth look into her life tho.
2many2read's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
sad
fast-paced
4.0
sweetlp_licia's review against another edition
reflective
relaxing
fast-paced
3.5
Great storytelling about her life, however, I don't think I learned anything new about Tamera. All the stories shared you have heard or can read via google. Tamera stated true to her personality and I enjoyed the moments shared. I just wished authors will be more relatable when writing a memoir.
yabooklover87's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
3.5
ljconkle's review
4.0
I want to start by saying this book was so impactful for me. Tia and Tamera were two of the first people in Hollywood I remember seeing as a kid and saying “Wow, those girls look like me, and they’ve made it in Hollywood!” When I saw Tamera wrote a memoir, I knew I had to read it.
I want to note I love how this was written. It really did feel like I was sitting having a conversation with her in her house over cookies and wine (which I would often have in my own house to keep with the mood while reading). The book was short so easy to read quick, and the lighthearted nature of the writing really just drew you in to Tamera’s infectious and bubbly personality. I learned, and laughed, and wanted to cry at the end, but I think she gave a fun and unique perspective, especially for someone so young writing a memoir.
I recommend this read for young women, women who grew up in religion, and women of color who might be wondering what’s next or am I doing enough to prove myself. But please know, this book must be enjoyed with some good wine, your favorite scented candle, and some fresh baked cookies (even if you didn’t bake them fresh yourself).
I want to note I love how this was written. It really did feel like I was sitting having a conversation with her in her house over cookies and wine (which I would often have in my own house to keep with the mood while reading). The book was short so easy to read quick, and the lighthearted nature of the writing really just drew you in to Tamera’s infectious and bubbly personality. I learned, and laughed, and wanted to cry at the end, but I think she gave a fun and unique perspective, especially for someone so young writing a memoir.
I recommend this read for young women, women who grew up in religion, and women of color who might be wondering what’s next or am I doing enough to prove myself. But please know, this book must be enjoyed with some good wine, your favorite scented candle, and some fresh baked cookies (even if you didn’t bake them fresh yourself).
scoobygirl93's review
She married a fox news correspondent and I just cannot with that right now
(future people, look at ANY big, moderate, or a lot of small events and historical points in America in 2023)
(future people, look at ANY big, moderate, or a lot of small events and historical points in America in 2023)