Based on a True Story: Not a Memoir by Norm MacDonald

Based on a True Story: Not a Memoir

Norm MacDonald

272 pages • first pub 2016 (editions)

fiction short stories funny fast-paced

Description

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER - "Driving, wild and hilarious" (The Washington Post), here is the incredible "memoir" of the actor, gambler, raconteur, and Saturday Night Live veteran.Don't miss Norm's new Netflix special, Hitler's Dog, Gossip & Tr...

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Community Reviews Summary of 711 reviews

Moods

funny 94%
lighthearted 52%
reflective 34%
dark 22%
adventurous 19%
emotional 14%
sad 10%
informative 8%
inspiring 8%
relaxing 7%
hopeful 4%
challenging 1%
mysterious 1%

Pace

fast 60%
medium 31%
slow 7%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 66% | Character: 33%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 66% | No: 33%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 66% | No: 33%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 66% | Yes: 33%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.84

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