Jonathon Ross - Why do I say these things (Why Do I Say These Things? - Jonathan Ross)

Member Name: puddingmancan

Product:	Why Do I Say These Things? - Jonathan Ross
Date:	19/10/09 (57 review reads)
Rating:

Advantages: Some very funny stories

Disadvantages: Poor editing

When in Waterstones a couple of months ago I was in the book purchasing mood and trying to take advantage of their 3 for 2 offer. There were 2 books that jumped straight out at me, but I was at a loss to find a 3rd. Then I saw Jonathon Ross: Why do I say these things. I have always liked Rossy and enjoy his radio show so I though a book about his life could be interesting.

I thought it was going to be an autobiography, however it was more like small segments of his life in no particular order. Each chapter is interesting and does give some insight into his life. This is done in an anecdotal way, somewhat more akin to talking to someone at a party.

The book will not appeal to everyone as it does not have the usual appeal of an autobiography where you can pick it up (whoever it is) and read away, finding out facts about their life and what has made them who they are. This is more a book for fans of Ross, who have followed him throughout his career and want to hear some funny stories that have happened to him.

The books biggest flaw is what I see as somewhat lazy editing. Many times I would start a new chapter only to be told something that I had already read in a previous chapter. This sort of duplication happened throughout the book and there were some things that I read 3 or 4 times, each time written as if it was new.

Although the duplication did let the book down for me, I still think it was a good read with some very funny stories. If you're a fan or Ross I'd give it a go, but if you're not a fan it's probably worth avoiding.

Summary: Worth a read if you a Ross fan