In the Form of a Question

The Joys and Rewards of a Curious Life

By: Amy Schneider

Narrated by: Amy Schneider

Length: 6 hrs and 47 mins

Publisher's summary

An inspirational and bold memoir from the most successful woman ever to compete on Jeopardy!—and an exploration of what it means to ask questions of the world and of yourself.

In eighth grade, Amy was voted “Most likely to appear on Jeopardy!” by her classmates. Decades later, this trailblazer finally got her chance. Not only did she walk away with $1.3 million while captivating the world with her impressive forty-game winning streak, but she made history and won an even greater prize—the joy of being herself on national television and blazing a trail for openly queer and transgender people around the world. Now, she shares her singular journey that led to becoming an unlikely icon and hero to millions. Her super power: Boundless curiosity and fearless questioning.

In the Form of a Question explores some of the innumerable topics that have fascinated Amy throughout her life—books and music, Tarot and astrology, popular culture and computers, sex and relationships—but they all share the same purpose: to illustrate, and celebrate, the results of a lifetime spent asking, why?

©2023 Amy Schneider (P)2023 Simon & Schuster Audio

Just Awesome!

I find it so rare when an author reading their own work, makes it almost perfect, but Aimee did that. I actually like her riding style and find it amusing. I appreciate the manner and what she shared subjects in a straightforward manner rather than making a big deal about it. My only suggestion would be the later chapters could be about half as long. But I thoroughly enjoyed it, well done.

Disappointed

I was excited to learn more about Amy as a person and how her Jeopardy experience affected her. The book started out to be interesting and informative. It bogged down in the middle where she over exemplified her own personal philosophies. Most of which was very boring. I really didn’t think this was the format to go into Tarot cards and such non essential detail regarding her drug use. I enjoyed parts that talked about how she processes information, but really had to make myself listen to the center section. The last part again delved into her trans experience and becoming comfortable with who she has become. This was informative and genuine.

Not a game show fan, but I enjoyed it

This was really the bio of a person born at the wrong time and place. She quickly and succinctly explained how she won at Jeopardy then moved on.

Learning from the Master

This is a wonderful book. I learned so much from the honest and open manner in which Amy tells her story. We all need to be thus educated and come together to cheer each other on for whatever path calls to us.

Relatable and enjoyable

I didn’t want to get out of my car when I started listening to this on the way to work. It certainly made many morning commutes easier. So genuine and I related so hard to all the Catholic guilt and ADD content.

A bit “unexpected”.

Very candid and entertaining.

A bit less about old teachers, and more about Jeopardy might have been advisable. Amy is funny and, obviously, very smart.

Informative and Rewarding

This book was a very interesting read. She’s courageous and deserves to live a happy life!!!

interesting

I mostly enjoyed listening to this audiobook, but it would have been a four-star review if not for politics being brought into the mix needlessly.

Fanastic with a Surprise

Like many Jeopardy viewers I was drawn into the Amy Schneider story by default. I hate to admit it, but it was truly uncomfortable watching her at first. There was just that automatic brain reaction that "hey something isn't quite right here". But my thinking brain was fascinated with the idea that this unusual perceptional mix seemed to be an otherwise "normal" person that was just kicking a$$ on Jeopardy. I quickly became a fan and follower. When the book came out I just had to read (listen to) it. Surely someone that had shaken up the conception of normal had to have an interesting back-story. And this book didn't disappoint. I couldn't wait to see what was coming up next.
The surprise? There are stories and language that may cause a cringe or two from us mid westerners. I guess that should have been expected, right?
I thoroughly enjoyed the honesty and courage of Amy in not skirting the questions that everybody's curious minds wants to know, without making it a treatise on trans people. The touchy subjects are just woven seamlessly into a story of her life.
Bravo and thanks for helping us get comfortable with people that appear different than we are.

Amy gets real

I loved Amy’s Frank and open tell-all about her life pre and post Jeopardy. But in some parts it was a bit TMI.