Is It Just Me?

By: Miranda Hart

Narrated by: Miranda Hart

Length: 7 hrs and 21 mins

Publisher's summary

Well hello to you dear audiobook browser. Now I have your attention it would be rude if I didn't tell you a little about my literary feast. So, here is the thing: Is it just me or does anyone else find that adulthood offers no refuge from the unexpected horrors, peculiar lack of physical coordination, and sometimes unexplained nudity that accompanied childhood and adolescence? Does everybody struggle with the hazards that accompany, say, sitting elegantly on a bar stool; using chopsticks; pretending to understand the bank crisis; pedicures - surely it's plain wrong for a stranger to fondle your feet? Or is it just me?

I am proud to say I have a wealth of awkward experiences - from school days to life as an office temp - and here I offer my 18-year-old self (and I hope you, too, dear listener) some much needed caution and guidance on how to navigate life's rocky path. Because frankly where is the manual? The much needed manual to life. Well, fret not, for this is my attempt at one and let's call it, because it's fun, a Miran-ual. I thank you.

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Critic reviews

“That personality and voice belong to a uniquely cherished comedian” ( Daily Mail)

“This is pure, unadulterated, totally genius, Miranda. A cult (would religion be too weighty a word?) must surely follow, where can we get the T-shirt?” ( Red Online)

“I can't wait to get my hands on a copy of Miranda Hart's new book - we should all embrace our inner Miranda gene and learn to laugh at ourselves.” ( Daily Express )

“In her brilliantly funny book, TV's Miranda muses on some of the most challenging, baffling and 'hideola' aspects of life... all the anecdotes are told in her unique style, with regular interjections from her 18-year-old self. Such fun!” ( Star)

“Is Miranda Hart a National Treasure yet? If not, it can only be a year or two before she joins Stephen Fry and Alan Bennett in the trophy cabinet of the country's affections... That personality and voice belong to a uniquely cherished comedian, and the answer to that question in her title is actually, yes - it is just her. Because there's nobody like Miranda.” ( Daily Mail)

“Funny and charming and full of terrific comic ideas... Unlike most comedians, she can actually write... Every Christmas there is, at the very most, one celeb book that is genuinely worth buying and reading. Here is this year's. Accept no substitutes.” ( The Spectator )

“Miranda Hart will carry you along with the sheer force of her charm, bumbling cheer and charisma.” ( Sunday Express)

Cackle Worthy

What made the experience of listening to Is It Just Me? the most enjoyable?

I sat with my 10 year old daughter over 4 or 5 nights and together we enjoyed the rollicking tales Miranda Hart spun for us . Both of us are mad fans of Miranda's show and were thoroughly excited to learn more about this comic goddess. We here pleased to hear catchphrases from her show, insights into life and silly banter between her present self and her younger self.

What did you like best about this story?

What I liked best was Ms Harts' ability to make herself the joke simply to make us happy. It is so refreshing in this day and age when humour and comedy is all about pulling others down and laughing at their expense that Miranda is willing to make herself the butt of the joke (often literally!). I am sure my daughter most enjoyed the tales of catastrophe and of course the 'poo' stories.

What about Miranda Hart’s performance did you like?

It was well delivered with equal measures of gusto and grace. Miranda knows how to perform and there was often (but not always) a clear delineation between her present self and her younger self. Actually I found that my daughter and I would talk to each other with Miranda's plum in the mouth middle class British accent which was hilarious in itself as we are ocker Aussies from the Oz bush!

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

We would have loved to knock this book off in one sitting, however 7 hours was a little too adventurous for us.

Any additional comments?

Although there were some moments where our interest waned, I would highly recommend anyone listen to 'Is It Just Me' rather than read it. Miranda is a right scream and we had a nice time - it was almost like watching a whole series of Miranda. Such fun!

DELIGHTFUL

What made the experience of listening to Is It Just Me? the most enjoyable?

Slow start, you think Miranda Hart is just waffling on at first but the book has a solid core and a really good point to it.

Who was your favorite character and why?

18 year old Miranda is a joy.

What about Miranda Hart’s performance did you like?

The conversational style. This is one of those books that is best listened to rather than read.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

If I told you it would be a spoiler alert, but I'm smiling as I write this.

SUCH FUN!!

I'm a big fan of the Miranda show, so I found the audio book charming and fun. loved hearing the reading in Miranda's own voice

Welcomed amusement

After listening to this book, I have officially become a Miranda Hart fan. I wasn’t sure how to take her at first, but after a couple of chapters, I was hooked. She is simply hilarious. I think this book would most appeal to those over 30 who would understand her pov. The only reason I gave her a 4/5 on performance was because there were a few times that “Little M” spoke so fast that my non-British ears had difficulty keeping up. However, I enjoyed it so much overall that I will definitely be listening to it again in the future.

Fun

I enjoy Miranda Hart's humor and so was glad to find her book on Audible. There were a few laugh out loud moments but pretty much smiled through the whole book. I can't say I totally agree with all her philosophies of life but still enjoyed hearing her point of view. Glad I listened.

Loved it - except for one thing

If you could sum up Is It Just Me? in three words, what would they be?

Funny, reassuring and as expected

How would you have changed the story to make it more enjoyable?

Don't get me wrong, I love Miranda Hart, she is brilliant. The only thing I would change is the 18 year-old-self bits. They might work better on the page, but in audioform I found that it took away a bit from the flow. But that is just my preference.

Which scene was your favorite?

Being a fan I have already heard a lot of the stories through talkshows and her sitcom, so I think my favourite bits were the tasks we were given as MDLC's

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yup!

Any additional comments?

Miranda Hart, through and through

Light entertainment

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

i'd recommend this book to those already familiar with Miranda's style of humour.

What about Miranda Hart’s performance did you like?

Silliness! An enjoyable light listen.

entertaining on a long drive

Where does Is It Just Me? rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

not bad! fairly repetitive but true to Miranda Hart's style. Entertaining for different ages.

What did you like best about this story?

easy listening.

Have you listened to any of Miranda Hart’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

true to kind

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

no

For Miranda fans

I imagine this book will register best with fans of Miranda. (See her TV comedy series, "Miranda"). I find her to be a riot, so loved this book, especially with Miranda reading. She does a clever thing with explaining her 38 year old self to her 18 year old self, and it has its moments. In any case, I don't think this is for everyone, but I certainly enjoyed it.

Love Miranda!

I fell in love with Miranda watching her show! I didn't know she had written books until I went looking for other tv/movies. This was a wonderful book!