Girl Logic: The Genius and the Absurdity

Confession time: I have loved Iliza Shlesinger's standup since I accidentally stumbled across it while binging Netflix. Since then, I have spent a slightly unhealthy amount of time watching her standup and shows. Because I live under a rock (clearly), I hadn't realized she had published a book, but the moment I did, I bought it. No regrets. Girl Logic is funny, witty, insightful, and just real, in the most terrifying and crazy sense of the word.In Girl Logic, Shlesinger attempts to make sense of the confusing, frustrating, and often contradictory life experience that is being female. From dating to looks to life pursuits, she covers it all. The book exhibits a lot of the snarky humor that Shlesinger is known for in her standup, but more than that, it calls on women to realize that it's okay to just be them. It's inspirational and thought-provoking about the things that matter most in life while still being wickedly funny.In some of the best parts of the book, Shlesinger shares her own anecdotes and life experiences, from struggling with being an outsider growing up, to trying to be happy with the way she looks, to finding a place as a female comic in a world of men. In Girl Logic, Shlesinger celebrates the things that make women, well, women—admitting that they can be confusing and be deterrents, at times, but they don't have to be.While Girl Logic is obviously geared towards women (duh, it's in the title), there's a lot that men can get out of it, too. In fact, a lot of the advice, while written from the perspective of a woman, is applicable to any gender. The struggles Shlesinger faces are ones many people face, and while she speaks from the perspective she is familiar with, I believe anyone could enjoy this book and find something relatable and positive from the experience.All in all, this book definitely delivered on laughs, inspiration, and some very real moments that made it a very enjoyable read. Would definitely recommend this.

If you follow Iliza you know she has a lot to say. She’s obviously beyond hilarious but personally, I feel like a lot of that has to do with the level of her intelligence & the fact that she pays attention to others, the world around her & (obviously) interaction between men & women, women & women & all other relationships. This book is a bit of a self-help type of book for all women, all people out there & anyone who is willing to pay attention to relationships. It also shows how we can learn to understand one another. What makes this book special is that she does so with very little criticism of anyone. It’s brilliantly written, very funny & done with a level of intuition that seems to be nearly impossible to achieve when writing to & for people who you do not personally know. I found myself wanting to pick it up & read it as often as I could possibly find the time. I pre-ordered, so I had no time to read reviews or wait to see what people thought of it, I just assumed she would have some insight into how we all feel, believe & interact with one another. I’m happy to say that that is exactly the kind of book this is. Iliza is every bit as good a writer as I thought she would be. You can’t write to her level of comedy without being an excellent writer all around & she definitely nailed it! The last pages of the book contain some of the best writing I’ve ever read & sums everything up beautifully. Magnificently done!

This book is everything I had hoped for and more! Iliza did a really great job balancing humor and what she was trying to say. I have been a fan of hers for a while and was a bit hesitant on buying this because I wasn't sure how she would be able to make me laugh the same way her stand up comedy does. I was not disappointed at any point. For this being her first book, I am impressed. You can tell a lot of thought went into the book. It is not just joke after joke after joke it's Iliza being herself in a very real way talking about things with hints of humor as she went along. I hope she writes another book because this was genius. It is not just aimed at women it is something men can also read and get a laugh out of it. Great job Iliza!

Iliza is a well known hilarious, brilliant comedian who has several Netflix specials, a TV show and now a book. This book had me literally laughing out loud and tears streaming down my face. I can almost hear her voice speaking, doing a stand up in the pages of the book. She tackles many topics that so many people don't want to speak out loud about. I appreciate her taking the stand and being open and honest it is refreshing and as usual entertaining ☺️

I literally was laughing out loud at so many parts, that I was crying. Iliza is so wonderfully self deprecating while allowing us to feel the self respect and confidence she holds. I guess that’s her Girl Logic, paradoxical, witty, charming and smart! I find it touching that she speaks to younger girls too in a manner that, with all her absurdity and comedic views, she can be somewhat of a role model. Her style of writing is as if she’s talking right there in front of you! I thought this wouldn’t be my genre or for my age group (& being so evolved & spiritually aware), but I am thoroughly enjoying this gem! She’s a delight!!!

Iliza is truly one of the greats! You may not agree with everything about her but you can't deny that her comedy is pure freaking gold! Buy this book, read it, laugh, and be happy.Iliza, if you see this, know that you bring laughter into my heart and soul when the days are bad, good, and anything else in between. I remember when I was first introduced to your Netflix special, War Paint. I was home on leave visiting a good friend of mine after my first deployment. We laughed so hard! It was a great way to keep my mind busy and spend quality time with someone I hold close to my heart. Thank you for being you! Stay awesome and I can't wait for the day I can make it to a show!