Bossypants Chapter Summary

The book that I chose to read is called Bossypants by Tina Fey. I chose this book because of my interest in Tina Fey as an actress. I think that she is a perfect mix between comical and intelligent. I am very glad that I chose this book because I was able to learn about Fey’s life while laughing along the way. This book is a compilation of chapters that describe Fey’s life growing up. Each chapter is a different subject, including her childhood memories, teenage years working at a theatre company, funny marriage stories, motherhood, and fame. This book is fast moving, but definitely engaging. I recommend this book because it is written with a comical style and keeps you interested at all times.
Bossypants stood out to me because of the style that Tina Fey uses. It is a very laidback type of style. While reading the book, it feels as though Fey is just an old friend telling you a funny story about …show more content…
They start at the hairline at my temple and, left unchecked, will grow straight across my face and onto yours. Good strong legs with big gym teacher calves that I got from walking pigeon-toed my whole life. Wide German hips that look like somebody wrapped Pillsbury dough around a case of soda,” (Fey 25).
Clearly, Fey uses descriptive language throughout all of Bossypants. The descriptive language that she uses adds the perfect amount of comedy into whatever she is trying to get across. Because of this, it was easy to be intrigued throughout the entire book. I believe that the type of audience that would enjoy this book is anyone who is laidback and down for some immature (but good) jokes. This book is not in any particular order, which can be confusing. A person who likes one ongoing plot would not enjoy this book.
This book was undoubtedly relatable for almost any female. Tina Fey makes many references to our current generation and the way that women are treated and how women are expected to act. When talking about getting a manicure, Fey