This is her 5th book, and despite my mixed feelings about her writings, I gobbled up her 5th book. Here are a few observations. She takes 100 pages to get to the point where she decides to write the book you are reading. I was glad she didnt bash everything she experienced, that tells me she is being honest and isnt just being cynical about everything, just for a laugh to sell a book. I really saw her grow in this book, and not just at the end. This book made me think about a few things and I cant say that the other books did that for me. Oh and yes, you will laugh off and on.

I dont watch reality tv (or tv actually)and the book was still enjoyable and understandable as she explained about some tv episodes.

She loves her pets and that is touching.

I am curious to see what she writes next. Does she have another book in her?

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This is the latest installment in Jen Lancaster's LOL memoirs. In this one, she searches for meaning in her life and tries to become more culturally sophisticated and undertakes a "Jenaissance". What ensues is a hilarious diatribe about art galleries, theatre-going, wine & cheese tasting, and an expedition to try the world's cuisine. Followers of her blog (www.Jennsylvania.com) will find some repeated material here. I liked this better than "Pretty in Plaid", her previous book, but this one is good for some laughs.

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Well, I couldn't wait on the WL line any longer and the library had it so I snatched it up! LOVE it! Love Ms. L too! I've had at the very least a little giggle on every turn of the page - sometimes I almost wonder if "I" didn't write this book. (of course she has the cahones to actually say the stuff I think out loud!)

This is also the type of book where you can read other books too -- read a chapter, read another book, read another chapter. Highly recommend - go get it, now! Go on, go!

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What can I say about Jen Lancaster? Every book of hers, I have literally laughed out loud and I say this truly and honestly. Reading at home, during my lunch hour at work or on the treadmill, I have had numerous stares because I was found to be laughing and shaking - sometimes eye watering.

Her snarky comedy hits the spot. I definitely believe that she can describe experiences with honesty and a bit of oneupness - yep thats a word! I find that when I am reading her book, I think YEP thats how I would have reacted with rats running across my floor and the dog just starring thinking its a new play toy. (This has not happened, but Miss Charlotte has a keen eye for finding flies, making friends and accidentally swallowing them. The sad eyes come when she can't find it anymore.)

I would recommend this book to those who love dry, snarky humor and a fun read. The stories and situations that Jen ends up in are just beyond funny.

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