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title: "You Better Not Cry: Stories for Christmas"
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# You Better Not Cry: Stories for Christmas

**Brand:** augusten burroughs
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You Better Not Cry: Stories for Christmas

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## Customer Reviews

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    I Didn't Cry But It Was Good!
  

*by D***L on Reviewed in the United States on December 18, 2011*

I didn't know whether Burroughs was going to disappoint me this time. He has made me laugh and cry in the past but I don't consistently love every word that comes from this author's pen.I will say that I didn't laugh or cry although I did get a little misty on the last page. As usual, I was fascinated by Burroughs' stories. There is no doubt in my mind that he is a talented writer and as has happened before with Burroughs' books, I read this in one sitting.These aren't the kind of stories that are going to give you a warm fuzzy feeling about Christmas, but they might stay with you longer than more traditional heartwarming Christmas stories. They speak of the human condition--failed dreams, terminal illness, and lonely times. There is nothing like Christmas to make people who are alone, temporarily or permanently, to feel even more isolated, courtesy of the canned Christmas music everywhere.But there is love here--amazing, breathtaking love. I found these stories to be bittersweet. Burroughs does bittersweet very well.

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    So-So, Worth Reading
  

*by M***I on Reviewed in the United States on December 11, 2009*

If this book had been written by many other authors, it would be golden. However, since it comes from Augusten Burroughs - whose previous books have been irreverent and brilliant - it pales a bit in comparison. Part of the reason for my disappointment probably has to do with the fact that I'd waited so anxiously for this book; I built it up, and it didn't live up to my expectations. However, the fact is that many of the stories within it just don't ring true in the way that Augusten's tales usually do. Much of it seemed rather forced, rather than just being naturally funny.The subtle blending of humor, wit and brutal honesty, which normally happens so seamlessly with Augusten's books, doesn't happen that much in these stories. As someone else noted, it almost feels as if Augusten had been reading or listening to a lot of David Sedaris while writing these stories.My relative disappointment in this book in no way lessens my esteem for Augusten or for his incredible talent. I definitely don't regret purchasing or reading this book. Any fan of Augusten's should pick it up and read it. The stories about George and Dennis are definite highlights. As always, Augusten is at his best when writing about disaster and redemption.

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    Too late.  Get the tissues.
  

*by U***R on Reviewed in the United States on December 7, 2016*

I've been a fan of Augusten Burroughs since Running with Scissors, and have read each book liking some more than others.  This one was read at the right time for me.  A collection of essays dealing with the holiday seen from a young boy to a grown man, this book shows amazing depth of feeling through humor and humility.  There's an awakening to rely on others, the "kindness of strangers"  to quote from a famous play mentioned in one essay.  Going from the confused child, to cynical gay guy, to falling in love and in love, this book could be a quick throw away, but it deserves a bit of thought.  Some consideration, and definitely a re-reading.

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