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I Like You: Hospitality Under the Influence
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Product Description
The charismatic and multi-talented Amy Sedaris is many things: actress, author, and yes, David Sedariss sister. Now, she takes on the world of entertaining in this blisteringly funny collection of bizarre tips, recipes and craft ideas (like mini pantyhose plant-hangers!) perfect for hosting an unforgettable fete. Your guests will rave.
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I Like You: Hospitality Under the Influence
- Audio CD: 0 pages
- Publisher: Hachette Audio; 2006-10-16
- Label: Hachette Audio
- Format: Audiobook, Unabridged
- Studio: Hachette Audio
- ISBN: 1594835918
- Average Customer Review:
 based on 212 reviews
- Sales Rank in Books: #383384
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Summary: Have Fun & Be a Successful Host & Hostess! 2008-11-11
Comment: Want to have fun while under the stress of entertaining? Amy Sedaris proves that David is not the only quirky writer in the Sedaris family. I Like You is the perfect gift for that hard to please friend."
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Summary: Hilarious and Useful 2008-10-22
Comment: I love this book. I bought one for my sister as well because it's got great ideas and it's hilarious. A good resource to have for all sorts of things.
0 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
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Summary: Definitely NOT a good audiobook; not really a good book at all! 2008-09-21
Comment: First, I bought this as an audiobook to get me thru a cross-country drive.
This is not a good choice for audio format - maybe you need the klitchy recipes and photos to make it as cutesy as it is billed to be. Still, I thought the content was not funny at all, just condescending, childish hostess advice most everyone has heard already. Marbles in your med chest? Oldest trick in the book, but as someone who really has entertained company (and actually cares about their comfort, also known as "hospitality") more helpful is to place items guests might be embarrased to ask for in your med chest - like aspirin, Tums, tampons, etc. Yeah, I get that it is supposed to be tongue-in-cheek but it never quite gets there. Overall, this book - audio or not - sucked. I made it to disc 3 and gave up. Save your money!
0 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
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Summary: Funny, but falls flat 2008-07-27
Comment: This is a general warning before reading the review: This book is VERY odd, so if you don't like oddball humor, go find another book.
The book's flap shows you how funny it is, as she gets angry with you for not purchasing the book. And there it begins.
The layout is very old-fashioned. The chapters are spread out with many photos and crudely drawn images. Usually these images make you chuckle. The whole book is in full-color, so no guessing as to what color such-and-such is.
The content is hit-and-miss, but generally a hit. It'll make you chuckle, and you'll definately think "what was she on?" during some chapters, and that's the point. But that's not all; you also get a giant reference manual to easy-to-make recipes! Rachael Ray, move out of the way! This book also shows you how to entertain and be a guest, as these are also part of the hospitality boat. You'll eithe laugh or end up scratching your heads at the comedy.
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Writing: B+ - It's funny, but it drags on for much longer than necessary.
Layout: C+ - It's very old fashioned, which is a big turn-off. Full of yellow and greens.
Overall: B - It's a generally fun guide to entertaining, but beware if you don't find it funny or you'll be returning to Borders right quick.
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Summary: This book is not for ladies who want to serve tea and sandwiches... 2008-07-20
Comment: I love this book. She is a genius. Writing & photos are funy, and I want to try the recipes! BUT, it isn't for everyone. I was reading the 1 star reviews, and was sorry to see how people weren't getting it. It is a Kitschy, Rated R, humorous book on hospitality. If you don't like swear words, "ladies parts", and 70's photos, don't buy it. If you love all those things, get it! You won't be dissappointed. PS: I now own a planter in the shape of a log with a squirrel sitting on it. It reminded me of this book so forcefully, I HAD to buy it! We should all be more like amy ;-)
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