Booky Wook 2

Booky Wook 2: This Time it's Personal (2010) by Russell Brand. Brand is the British guy who has recently become famous in America with roles in such movies as Forgetting Sarah Marshall, Get Him to the Greek, and Arthur. His first book, My Booky Wook, told of his origins as an addict and aspiring comedian in England. This, his second book, tells of his achieving success and his rise to fame. For such a skanky-looking person, he has and amazing vocabulary and a poetic sensibility that makes his book a wonder to read. A standout feature is his incredible descriptions of his conquests among the female sex, of which he seems quite fond. More than anything, though, this book is just funny. Brand has an ability to honestly criticize himself which is disarming and sparks a tendency to forgive his most egregious offenses -- most of which are self-harming anyway. This book was an enjoyable read. Grade: B+