Broken (In The Best Possible Way)

Title: Broken (in the Best Possible Way)
Author: Jenny Lawson
Genre: Memoir, Non-Fiction
Format: Hard Cover
Pages: 304
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My Thoughts

Back in 2017, I read FURIOUSLY HAPPY and loved it. It actually kind of changed my life. I realized in a very profound way that I’m not alone. And, even when I’m in the depths of depression, it’s okay to laugh and enjoy life. I’ve wanted to read more of her books so I read her newest one, BROKEN (IN THE BEST POSSIBLE WAY).

Even though this book didn’t have as profound of an effect on me as FURIOUSLY HAPPY did, I still appreciated Lawson’s candor and openness with her struggles with mental and chronic illness. I find the way she describes things to be a very raw, honest, unique look at how someone deals with their pain. At times, I felt like she was stealing parts from my own life as she described hers. I feel like she and I are kindred spirits. Her humor and writing are definitely not for everyone. In fact, if you’re easily offended, then I wouldn’t even attempt to read her books. I’m glad I found her, though, and I’ll keep reading what she has to write.