The Daddy Diaries: The Year I Grew Up

by

Andy Cohen

Should you read this book?

The best public reviews summarized for you.

Who is this book for?

  • Fans of Andy Cohen and Bravo TV shows, especially 'Watch What Happens Live' and 'The Real Housewives' franchise.
  • Readers interested in celebrity memoirs and behind-the-scenes entertainment industry stories.
  • LGBTQ+ individuals and allies looking for representation in parenting literature.
  • People who enjoy diary-style books with day-to-day accounts of someone's life.
  • Those fascinated by the New York City social scene and celebrity culture.

Who is unlikely to appreciate this book?

  • Readers looking for a traditional parenting book with advice and tips.
  • Those unfamiliar with or uninterested in Bravo TV shows and celebrity culture.
  • People who are sensitive to discussions of wealth, privilege, and extravagant lifestyles.
  • Readers seeking a more in-depth, reflective memoir about fatherhood and personal growth.
  • Those who prefer books with a clear narrative structure rather than diary-style entries.

Things online reviewers enjoyed about this book

  • Authentic and candid storytelling about parenthood
  • Humorous and relatable anecdotes
  • Insightful look into the challenges of balancing celebrity life with fatherhood
  • Engaging diary format that allows readers to follow Cohen's daily life
  • Offers a unique perspective on single gay parenthood
  • Includes entertaining celebrity encounters and behind-the-scenes Bravo gossip
  • Showcases Cohen's personal growth and transformation through fatherhood
  • Provides a glimpse into the glamorous New York City lifestyle
  • Heartwarming moments depicting Cohen's love for his children
  • Self-deprecating humor and vulnerability make Cohen more relatable

Things people didn't like as much about this book

  • Can be repetitive due to the diary format
  • May be difficult to follow for those unfamiliar with Bravo celebrities and shows
  • Some readers may find the constant name-dropping excessive
  • Lack of depth in some parenting discussions
  • Portrayal of wealth and privilege may be off-putting to some readers
  • Inconsistent focus on parenting versus celebrity lifestyle
  • Some readers may find Cohen's parenting approach questionable
  • Occasional lack of context for certain events or people mentioned
  • May come across as self-centered or dramatic to some readers
  • Not as focused on fatherhood as the title might suggest

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