Book Review (Posted on 12-16-2013)

My beloved Dad, the best father ever, passed away this year and it was extremely painful. I went all out to dedicate this review talking about one of his favorite television personalities—Jay Leno. Hey Jay, doubtful you'll read this but I want to say that my dad is a respectable fan of yours and watches you every night for the good laughs and skits. So indeed having an extra copy of this book you wrote, which I gave to my dad on Father's Day some time ago, I decided to review it not just for you, but for my dad.

Having underwent through the stages of grief, as I eternally honor my father for being a great family man to us, this may likely be one of the rare exceptions reviewing a children's book here on The Seeds of Books (only doing so as my dad is a fan of Jay Leno, and is the only book I currently have from Leno). With over 30 pages of wonderfully-drawn illustrations and hilarious scenes, I'm certain adults will get a kick out of reading a true story from Jay himself. Flying roast beef? Yeah, continue reading.

Jay respectably talks about both his mom and dad—his dad being the heavy worker, calling his house work and building a "project," and his mom and her sister, Aunt Nettie, being very economical. To bring over their relatives and other family members, Jay joins his dad to build a large patio for their end-of-summer get-together with their families and relatives. Having splurged on cement and bricks, Jay helped out snatching up a rotisserie. In addition, Jay briefly spoke about his dad and his side of the family being Italian; Jay also talks about his mom and her side of the family being Scottish.

As the family and relatives are in, Jay couldn't resist staring at the delicious roast beef cooking outside, frying and sizzling its juices before his very eyes. Desperate, Jay uses his secret weapon to sample the yummy main course: a hair comb. It wasn't until his dad took in the rib-sticking protein in and notices something bizarre happening as he slices through it. It's a piece of plastic! Jay apologizes as that plastic was his comb, wanting to taste the beef. Making Drew Brees smile, Jay's dad picks up the roast beef and throws it out the window as family members and relatives witness in shock. Spontaneously, Bruce the dog catches it and munches up the large beef which, according to Jay, has never caught anything in its life. Jay's dad then informs the folks that there's plenty of food left such as cole slaw, macaroni and salad.

Finally, Jay's dad mentions leftover cement and looking to make use of it. Jay suggests building a swimming pool as Bruce the Dog begins digging in the backyard already.

A very simple yet humorous story from Jay. And like I said, adults can also get a kick out of this children's book, and of course, those who are avid fans of Jay Leno.

What's amuses me about the book is not only the story, but Leno himself unveiled this book from a segment on his show about items they found at the 99 Cents only stores. Having joked about former sidekick Kevin Eubanks' music albums showing up at such dollar stores, Jay pokes fun of his own projects showing this kids book of his, appearing at 99 Cents stores!

Whether you purchase this online, or yes, at the 99 Cents store, the story will give you some chuckles and a peek at a young Jay during his childhood. Also comes with a companion CD, which is Jay's voice, an audible guide to reading along with the story.

(This book review is for you, Papa. Thanks once again for everything and please guide us and watch over us everyday. We will never forget you. I promise we will reunite again with the rest of the family.)

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