leasummer's review against another edition
3.0
Good book, I love listening to the author - who is a performer - read their own book. Her story is interesting, although I didn't learn anything new per se (due to a lot of documentaries viewed on the subject), it was interesting to hear a first person account - plus all the goings on at Tom and Katie's wedding (wowza!). The glimpses at her rise to fame were so personal and really showed how tough the acting industry is. Heart breaking and inspiring.
defsbisexual's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
medium-paced
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Emotional abuse
dj1010fl's review against another edition
5.0
Thank you so much for sharing!
So happy for Leah! Forgive me, but after reading this book and watching 2 seasons of Its all Relative, not to mention years of tv shows starting with Who's the Boss? I feel like I know you. I would so like to give you a big hug and a chocolate chip cookie!
So happy for Leah! Forgive me, but after reading this book and watching 2 seasons of Its all Relative, not to mention years of tv shows starting with Who's the Boss? I feel like I know you. I would so like to give you a big hug and a chocolate chip cookie!
dereadergal's review against another edition
4.0
For the most part I enjoyed this memoir, especially the parts about Leah's life and struggles in Scientology which was quite shocking for a person such as myself who is only vaguely familiar with the church's teachings. However, I would have liked to read more about her home life (more about her relationships with husband, mother, child etc.) rather than the extensive bits concerning so and so person from Scientology. At times I got bored and was confused who everyone was in this cultish mess and just wanted for those bits to end.
I listened to an audio version of this memoir read by the author and believe it greatly enhanced the story (and got me through the boring bits where I may have just skimmed entire sections had I been reading), especially hearing her New York (Bensonhurst) accent.
I listened to an audio version of this memoir read by the author and believe it greatly enhanced the story (and got me through the boring bits where I may have just skimmed entire sections had I been reading), especially hearing her New York (Bensonhurst) accent.
tibbarasden's review against another edition
informative
reflective
fast-paced
3.0
This was an interesting one for me. Even though I only gave it 3 stars, I found the book very readable. The tone of the book shifted a lot from being part memoir, to part talking about Scientology structure, to talking about other people and their experiences in Scientology. As such, it never really clicked. While I enjoyed the show King of Queens, I never followed Leah Remini or was ever a huge fan. I know her from that show, then later for her speaking out against Scientology. I personally find her abrasive, and that comes across in the book. If you don't like cursing, this book isn't for you. That doesn't mean I dislike her or don't believe her. I personally think her speaking out and highlighting what they do is important. Honestly, even though she tried to explain her thoughts and how she devoted so much time and money to this organization, it is mind-blowing to me how people fall into these types of groups long term. I think if you are either a Leah Remini fan or interested in getting a little background look into Scientology, then you would enjoy this book. If you are just slightly curious like me, I would say it was worth the few hours I spent on it.