Obsessed with Chelsea and her other books so was psyched to get this one early! It took me a little bit to get into it, but I ended up thoroughly enjoying it - enough that I went to one of her book signings to get a hard copy! This one was a little more introspective than her others, with themes of gratitude and life lessons running through it, but it still had her typical humor and outrageous incidents only she could get herself into. I found myself cackling at parts, and didn't want it to end. Overall, I'd highly recommend this book (and her six others!), and can't wait to see what she does next. Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC!

I've always enjoyed Chelsea and her books even though I've not always agreed with her opinions or actions. This book was vastly different from her others- it was more self reflective and more honest than I think any of her past books have been. If you are wanting pure humor, this is not the book for you. Chelsea reminisces on her time during the pandemic as well as various recent breakups. She talks about deconstructing herself and looking inward- when you've had it all, how can you continue being happy. I enjoyed hearing about her journey towards gratitude and the process she undertook to get there. While there are some great funny stories here, I longed for even more of them in her book, which is why I haven't rated the book higher. It is a pretty short book though, so that was appreciated.

As a longtime fan of Chelsea’s comedy, shows, and books, I was excited to read her latest release. This was a departure from her previous work, highlighting her personal growth in recent years. There were some parts where I felt like it was venturing into self-help territory, but I appreciate that she has clearly learned a lot about herself and life, and she is hoping to share the wisdom with others. Definitely worth a read for fans of her work.

Thanks to NetGalley and Random House for the ARC!

This is a departure from Handler's earlier (funnier) work. It's a collection of essays about therapy, meditation, and personal growth. The humor and tone are inconsistent—one moment she’s bragging about her lavish lifestyle (ski houses, threesomes, and hired dog chauffeurs), and the next she’s preaching humility. And I don't think the anecdotes were fact-checked. At all. In my head I kept going "THAT happened." The opening story of selling alcoholic lemonade at age ten and making hundreds of dollars, followed by making even more babysitting someone older than she was, and then spending $3,000 on a first class plane ticket--wouldn't it have been more like $1,000 at most in 1985? And her being so nervous after a drug-sniffing police dog in Texas nearly got her busted that she drove all the way from there to California only stopping for gas--really? Seems like you'd need sleep or meth. I guess I've just read too many memoirs with fake stories that I'm extra suspicious now.

But if you're not a sleuth like me, the book’s biggest flaw will probably be its lack of relatability. Handler’s privilege (like buying a house in Whistler for skiing) make it hard to connect with her journey. While there are moments of genuine vulnerability, they’re overshadowed by her constant need to prove she’s a “good person.” People who are already fans of her probably already believe that, but maybe they'll enjoy the self-help journey anyway.

Thank you to the publishers and NetGalley for the opportunity to review a temporary digital ARC in exchange for an unbiased review.

I love Chelsea handler! I was so happy to be able to get an early copy of her book. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to read it.

In her latest book, Chelsea Handler really looked inward and focused on self reflection. It started at the beginning of the pandemic. Her sister and her family stayed with her and after they left, she started focusing on herself.

The part i enjoyed most was her relationship with her exe's daughters. Even though they were broken up, she still made a point of staying in their lives and being a positive influence.

This book is a far cry from her earlier books and shows how much she has grown as a person.

Recommended for: comedy memoir readers who enjoy Chelsea’s humor and crassness

Summary: This book is a memoir of Chelsea’s life mostly in the last 5 years. Including her many vacations to the North for the winter and various trips with her family.

Review: As always, I found myself LOLing often throughout the book. There were many chapters showing her growing maternal side, and I really loved seeing that, as well! On the downside, while this read as a comedy memoir, it tried to become a self-help book at times. When books try to blur the lines of genres, I start to lose interest.

Thank you NetGalley for the ARC. I love Chelsea Handler! She is real and so funny. This book will make you laugh out loud and possibly cry from laughing too much.

I’ll Have What She’s Having is everything fans love about her—sharp humor, unapologetic honesty, and the kind of vulnerability you don’t expect from someone who’s spent years dominating late-night TV with biting sarcasm. In this collection of essays, Handler strikes the perfect balance between laughing at life’s absurdities and diving into some of its more serious moments with a raw, candid edge.

True to form, Handler’s writing is brutally funny. Whether she’s reflecting on the challenges of aging, navigating awkward relationships, or tackling the craziness of modern dating, she’s never afraid to show the messier side of life. But what sets this book apart is that it’s not all jokes and one-liners. Handler allows her readers to see a side of her that’s more reflective, more vulnerable. It’s clear that she’s thought a lot about who she is and who she’s becoming, especially as she faces the realities of getting older and dealing with the pressures of fame.

One of the book’s strongest themes is self-acceptance, especially as a woman in today’s world. Handler writes with brutal honesty about her struggles with body image, relationships, and the societal expectations that weigh on women. Her humor remains intact throughout, but there’s also an underlying message about the importance of letting go of perfection and embracing life’s imperfections. It’s a funny yet profound exploration of what it means to truly be yourself—and to laugh while you’re doing it.

The essays are quick, punchy, and easy to dive into. Each one tackles a different subject, but they all have that same unmistakable Handler vibe: candid, bold, and totally unfiltered. Her voice shines through on every page, and you get the sense that she’s just sitting across from you, having a conversation—albeit with a lot more sass and a few more jokes than most people might throw your way.

Ultimately, I’ll Have What She’s Having is about embracing life as it comes—ugly, beautiful, and everything in between. Handler’s wit and wisdom shine as she navigates her own personal growth and reflects on the lessons she’s learned. For anyone who loves her comedy and her no-holds-barred attitude, this book will not disappoint. It’s full of laughs, but it’s also unexpectedly heartwarming, with just the right dose of self-deprecation and insight.

“You are the love of your life” okay therapy Chelsea. This book shows her growth as a person and her ongoing insights into her life as she grows older

I loved this book! It was great on audio too. Chelsea has shown personal growth since her prior books but also brings the same level of humor.

This book was better than I expected. I usually don’t like short story memoirs like this. But I enjoyed how positive she was about becoming the woman she wanted to become. She knew she needed to get her life together but still be herself. There’s a lot I didn’t know about her. I think it’s a really good book for woman to read.

I've read all of Chelsea's books except for 1. This felt more like leftovers from her prior books. I do love her very casual writing style.

As someone who was obsessed with pop culture and celebrity culture growing up (and still am), I feel like Chelsea Lately raised me. You can always count on Chelsea Handler to make you laugh, but I love that she has gotten so introspective in recent years. Between her Chelsea Does series on Netflix and this book, I feel like she is dedicated to learning and growing as a human being, and owning up to any mistakes that she makes. In this book in particular, she is speaking hopes for herself into the universe, about who she wants to be and how that relates to when she was a kid and people would ask who she wanted to be when she grew up. That being said, I still enjoy tales of her debauchery, including running a "hard lemonade" stand when she was 10 years old, and meeting George W. Bush while high.

⭐️ 5/5
I love Chelsea Handler and was very excited to see this book coming out! This is a refreshingly candid and humorous collection of essays that showcase her evolution into the woman she aspired to be. With her signature wit and unfiltered honesty, she provides personal stories, like her unconventional childhood lemonade stand, to her experiences with therapy and self-discovery. Her ability to intertwine humor with heartfelt reflections makes this book not only entertaining but also deeply inspiring; It was full of laughs and very insightful!

Thank you Random House Publishing Group and The Dial Press for providing me this ARC of the book for review consideration via NetGalley. All opinions are my own.

I’m not really a Chelsea Handler fan, but the world is crap right now and I wanted to read something funny. This wasn’t it. I chuckled a few times, but for the most part it felt like she was bragging about how privileged she is. Having strangers drive her dogs across country because she missed them. Buying a house in Canada to use while are there for skiing. I tried, but she’s just not for me.

I have read every book that Chelsea has written, and this one is very different! She has had a lot of therapy in recent years and has changed for the better. So while this book was not as funny as others she has written, it was inspiring. It seems like she is a good person, even if she does toot her own horn a bit much.

Chelsea Handler’s I'll Have What She’s Having is basically like grabbing drinks with your funniest, most unfiltered friend—the one who always has the best (and most outrageous) stories. She’s as sharp and shameless as ever, and the way she tells a story just pulls you right in. I found myself laughing out loud more times than I can count, and honestly, it’s the kind of book that makes you feel like you’re in on the joke. If you love Chelsea’s no-BS, say-anything style, you’ll fly through this one and have a blast doing it.

Laugh out loud funny with a poignant side- this new Chelsea Handler book is a must read for her fans.

Obsessed with this book! I’m tempted to say that this might just be Chelsea’s best book! I could not stop laughing throughout the book. Chelsea brought depth, humor, and (surprisingly) compassion to her newest book that’s had me recommend it to friends!