Let's Pretend This Never Happened

by Jenny Lawson
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Good Books rating 4.38
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  • ID: 8936
  • Added: 2025-12-22
  • Updated: 2026-01-05
  • ISBN: 9780732295462
  • Published: 2012-01-01
  • Formats: 1
  • Reviews: 4

Jenny Lawson's memoir, 'Let's Pretend this Never Happened,' is a riotous exploration of her unconventional upbringing, marked by a father who ran a taxidermy business from home and had a penchant for unusual antics. Lawson's childhood was far from ordinary, filled with eccentricities that would make anyone cringe, yet she manages to find the humor in it all. Her story is a testament to the idea that our most embarrassing and human moments shape who we become./n/nLawson's writing is both outrageously funny and deeply relatable, as she shares stories that range from the absurd to the heartwarming. With her long-suffering husband and sweet daughter by her side, she navigates the chaos of life, proving that laughter can be found even in the most trying situations. This memoir is a must-read for anyone who has ever felt like a misfit or found solace in humor during difficult times.

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Richland Library · 2020-10-31
hilarious 4.50

The memoir is completely hilarious and courageous, offering a unique perspective on mental health and personal experiences. The writing style is engaging and relatable.

The reviewer from Richland Library finds Let's Pretend This Never Happened to be a completely hilarious and courageous memoir. They appreciate the unique perspective Lawson offers on mental health and personal experiences, making the book both entertaining and insightful. The reviewer enjoys the engaging and relatable writing style, which makes the memoir a joy to read. They also highlight the book's ability to make readers laugh while tackling serious topics, making it a standout read.

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    Let's Pretend This Never Happened by Jenny Lawson is a completely hilarious, inappropriately outrageous and a truly courageous memoir.

    The memoir offers a unique perspective on mental health and personal experiences.

    The book's ability to make readers laugh while tackling serious topics is a standout feature.

Mental Health at Home · Ashley L. Peterson · 2020-01-15
hilarious 4.50

The memoir is a hilarious exploration of a unique childhood and the author's mental health struggles. The writing style is engaging and relatable, making it a joy to read.

Ashley L. Peterson from Mental Health at Home finds Jenny Lawson's memoir to be a delightful and humorous account of her unconventional upbringing and mental health journey. The reviewer appreciates how Lawson's humor and honesty make the book both entertaining and insightful. They particularly enjoy the way Lawson's experiences with anxiety and OCD are portrayed, making the memoir relatable and engaging. The reviewer also highlights the book's ability to make readers laugh while tackling serious topics, making it a standout read.

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    Let's Pretend This Never Happened is a (mostly true) memoir by Jenny Lawson that demonstrates how not being "normal" can be hilarious.

    Lawson's humor and honesty make the book both entertaining and insightful.

    The book's ability to make readers laugh while tackling serious topics is a standout feature.

Seven Circumstances · 2015-11-03
absurdly funny 4.00

The memoir is absurdly funny, with the author's unique experiences providing ample material for laughter. The book is a testament to the idea that humour can be found in even the most challenging situations.

This memoir is a rollercoaster of laughter and introspection, with the author's unique experiences serving as the backdrop for a series of misadventures. The humour is often absurd and irreverent, making it a refreshing change from more traditional memoirs. The author's willingness to share her experiences with such honesty is both brave and entertaining, and her ability to find humour in even the most challenging situations is a testament to her resilience and sense of humour. The book is a reminder that laughter can be a powerful tool for coping with life's challenges.

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    Lawson makes this funny, absurdly funny. Now, some readers will no doubt respond that I am uncaring and disrespectful for laughing at someone ...

    The author's willingness to share her experiences with such honesty is both brave and entertaining.

    The book is a reminder that laughter can be a powerful tool for coping with life's challenges.

Kara Reviews · Kara Babcock · 2012-05-11
funny 4.50

The book is one of the best reads of the year, with a unique humor that resonates with the reviewer. The memoir is both funny and deeply personal.

Kara Babcock from Kara Reviews highly recommends Let's Pretend This Never Happened, calling it one of the best books she has read. She appreciates the unique humor that permeates the memoir, which she finds both funny and deeply personal. The reviewer enjoys how Lawson's experiences are portrayed with a blend of humor and vulnerability, making the book a standout read. Babcock also highlights the memoir's ability to make readers laugh while tackling serious topics, making it a memorable and enjoyable read.

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    One of the best books I've read this year.

    Let's Pretend This Never Happened is funny, at least to my own humour schema.

    The memoir's ability to make readers laugh while tackling serious topics is a standout feature.

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