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Legitimate Kid

A Memoir

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Legitimate Kid

By: Aida Rodriguez
Narrated by: Aida Rodriguez
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“Aida Rodriguez is part of the next wave of talented comedic storytellers that I dreamt about when I was trying to break down barriers in the industry. Besides being a fierce Latina powerhouse, she’s FUNNY AS HELL! So buy this book. No really, BUY THIS BOOK!!! I don’t want any problems, ya heard?!”—John Leguizamo, Emmy and Tony Award–winning actor, writer, and producer

A poignant and moving memoir-in-essays from stand-up comedian Aida Rodriguez on the power of overcoming hardship and transforming pain into laughter.

Aida Rodriguez has, to put it mildly, lived a whirlwind life. Her rags-to-riches story is mind-blowing: She was kidnapped as a child by her mother in the Dominican Republic and brought to the US. She was later kidnapped again by her grandmother and uncle and moved from New York to Florida. As an adult, she ended a difficult marriage and endured homelessness with her children in Los Angeles. But through it all she never lost her sense of humor.

Born with a wonderful wit and an irrepressible spirit, Aida used her gifts and worked tirelessly, turning tragedy and pain into biting comedy that takes on everything from misogyny and racism to social media and news headlines. She eventually released a hit HBO Max special, which led to multiple development deals—success that won her a nationwide audience, opened doors, and helped her expand the way Latinos are represented in comedy.

In this, her highly anticipated first book, Aida charts her many ups and downs. From personal setbacks to career highs and everything in between, Legitimate Kid is endearing, shocking, and ultimately life-affirming.

©2023 Aida Rodriguez (P)2023 HarperCollins Publishers
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I really appreciate Aida’s story it gives a voice and creates a mirror to see myself within her memoir.

There are parts of the books I can tell she was choked up and the pain was felt with her vibration of her tone. It made me cry, laugh, and evoke buried emotions.

Latin Voices

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This was really relatable and refreshing. I loved it! Boricua baby me gusta! Aida did great

Good time

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What a beautiful story so relatable. I didn’t think I would be so moved listening to this story, I found myself at my desk in tears on more than one occasion. Thank you for sharing your story you’re truly an inspiration.

I was not expecting to cry this much.

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Honest vulnerable and powerful! A beautiful example of growth and resilience. Aida takes you on a journey.

Honest vulnerable and powerful!

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i love her and her work. the book is interesting but she reads it in such a monotone way she seems bored.

love her and her story but the delivery is monotone

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I absolutely love Aida. Her comedy so hilarious and smart. I enjoyed the book but I found the delivery robotic and lacking emotion. It is definitely worth listening to but just be aware that the delivery is somewhat lacking.

Such a compelling story but….

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Comedy is built from tragedy. Aida's quest to become a legitimate kid was touching, honest and beautifully written.

Insightful. illuminating and entertaining.

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I truly enjoyed the entire book. Finally meeting her father and siblings in the DR. The Strengths and Love of her Grandmother ❤️. Her Loving, caring and protective uncles.

Finding and realizing that you are Legitimate; no matter what your last name is…

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I felt like Aida was talking to me about my own struggles. Loved the Book. I laughed and I cried because I could relate to her story. Congratulations Aida!

I'd give you 10 stars but there's onky 5 available.

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I identified with so many of Aida's experiences and emotions that, at times, it felt like she was telling my story. Her story moved me to tears, but that very last line really hit me in the feels. It was a short sentence but a very powerful one. Great book!

Hits so close to home

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