The members of our book club were very divided on their opinion of this book. Some really liked it because it was laugh-out-loud funny in several parts, and others thought the story of the main character's triumph over alcoholism was inspiring (it reminded them of "The Glass Castle"). However, all agreed that the main character was a very unsavory, unlikable person and some of the stories that were contained within were vulgar, crass and really had no point in being included. Some thought the story of the child overcoming her "crazy" parents was inspiring, but others grew weary of reading yet another story of a person with a troubled upbringing. Therefore, it's a Mixed Bag - you either love this book or hate it. There's no middle ground!