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In “Let’s Pretend This Never Happened”, author Jenny Lawson shares a candid account of her eccentric upbringing and the influence of her wildly unbalanced father. Rather than shying away, Lawson embraces the absurdity and dark humor of her experiences, turning them into a compelling portrait of resilience.
With the support of her long-suffering husband and daughter, she examines how the moments we wish to forget actually define us. The book offers a blend of sharp wit and heartfelt insight, inviting readers into the intimate, often shocking world of a woman who finds comfort and comedy in the very things that once made her feel out of place.
First publish date: 2013
Genre: Memoir/Personal Memoir
Authors: Jenny Lawson
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