BOOK REVIEW - Are You There Vodka? It's Me Chelsea

Are You There Vodka? It's Me, Chelsea by Chelsea Handler
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I admit that I wanted to read this book based on the title alone. I have watched Chelsea Handler's talk show several times and thought it was funny, but I normally prefer to watch something else. However, Chelsea's collection of personal essays are hilarious and left me laughing out loud several times. I find her writing to be much more funny than her television program.In this collection of essays, Chelsea Handler, comedienne, recounts several tales about family, friends, potential romances and failed relationships. All of the stories are written in her own voice so you can almost hear Ms. Handler narrating as you go along. Ms. Handler is unapologetic as she exposes the reader to her world, especially her love of midgets and alcohol. The content is definitely adult oriented with widespread drinking, drug use, profane language and sexual references. The reader is not uncomfortable because Ms. Handler describes situations and conversations in such a straightforward fashion that one accepts the situation as completely normal. Personally, I really enjoyed this collection of stories greatly. All of them were so outrageous that I couldn't help but laugh out loud. The writing is succinct and concise but well written. The stories flow quickly and smoothly from the page. This is a fast and easy, yet thoroughly enjoyable read. If you're looking for something humorous and outrageous, then check out this collection. View all my reviews >>