Greenlights by Matthew McConaughey ~ Book Review

Greenlights by Matthew McConaughey
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow just wow. This book was so unexpected. I have watched quite a few of Matthew McConaughey's films and just like others prejudged the book. While his is a fun loving, caring guy as he portrays in a ton of his rom-com movies; he so much more. Before reading his book I really thought him to be flighty, but in reading he is so multi-layered and well grounded.

This book was written like a diary and a conversation. There are so many gems in level of his life. The book is full of poetry, sayings, bumper stickers and yes traffic lights. It is a really light read and fast read, while it has slightly over 300 pages it goes by quickly.

What I thoroughly liked about his writing style is his ability to paint a picture so vivid it was as you were there and sometimes he actually provides a picture to back up the story he's telling.

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Review ~ The Mother of Black Hollywood: A Memoir

The Mother of Black Hollywood: A Memoir by Jenifer Lewis
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Oh I absolutely love Jenifer Lewis, her spirit is just amazing. Lewis gives us 100% of her acting career in the reading of this novel. I first started reading the novel via kindle book, but once I found out she was her own voice in the Audiobook I immediately had to hear her read it. I have never suggested an audiobook over a physical or digital one; but baby this one you have to hear.

I've known for quite some time that Lewis was an advocate for mental health but never knew the reason why. I'm really glad this wasn't a bash Hollywood or tell all the dirt kind of book. It simply just gives the ups and downs Ms. Lewis experienced from her younger years to present.

In full Jenifer fashion, Lewis gives us the full Award winning performance, whether it be in her titles of the books (Chapter 2 - Shoulders back, Titties first) or in the excitement in her voice while recounting certain memories. I learned a lot from Ms. Lewis, but what stuck with me most is that although she had her ups and downs she still remained the same Jenifer at heart. She truly had a heart of gold and wanted the best for everyone. You don't have to step on others and dull others to get your shine.

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