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mlampe's review against another edition
dark
funny
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
fast-paced
4.0
Graphic: Cancer and Excrement
Moderate: Cancer, Self harm, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, Terminal illness, Vomit, Death of parent, and Alcohol
corriejn's review against another edition
dark
sad
medium-paced
3.75
Meh. Not at all his best. Less "darkly hilarious" and more just dark. There are portions of Sedaris's more typical dry and often self-deprecating humor, but other large stretches just seem a bit bitter and sad. While his family members and relationships have always been a feature in his writing, his lengthy takes on a deceased relative in this book are uncharitable and feel unnecessary (at least living friends and relatives can let Sedaris hear it if they don't appreciate how he describes them and their lives).
Moderate: Alcoholism, Body shaming, Fatphobia, Mental illness, Self harm, Suicide attempt, and Alcohol
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