the office bffs: tales of the office from two best friends who were there
non-fiction | memoir | 5/5if you're anything like me, 'the office' isn't just a show—it's a comfort blanket, a source of endless laughs, and a world you can happily get lost in. so, when 'the office bffs' landed, i knew i had to dive in. this book, from jenna fischer (pam beesly) and angela kinsey (angela martin), is an absolute treasure trove, packed with behind-the-scenes stories, personal anecdotes, and genuinely heartfelt memories. it's more than just a peek behind the curtain; it's a beautiful celebration of their real-life friendship, one that blossomed on set and has clearly only grown stronger, offering a warm, funny, and often emotional look at their journey from struggling actors to the show's incredible success and lasting legacy.
what i particularly loved about this book is its scrapbook-like structure—it's absolutely brimming with personal photos, candid emails, and even text messages that give you such a real, intimate sense of their close bond. each chapter unfolds like a natural conversation between jenna and angela, as they reminisce about their favorite episodes, generously share their on-set experiences, and peel back the layers on the stories behind some of the show's most iconic moments. reading it truly felt like being a fly on the wall, listening in as two of my own best friends shared their most cherished memories. their genuine affection for each other, and for 'the office' itself, is palpable on every single page.
ultimately, 'the office bffs' transcends being just another behind-the-scenes book about a beloved tv show. for me, it's a heartwarming testament to the enduring power of friendship and the profound importance of truly finding your people. this is the kind of book that will undoubtedly make you laugh out loud, perhaps shed a tear or two, and almost certainly send you straight back to rewatch the entire series from the very beginning. whether you're a die-hard 'office' devotee or simply someone who cherishes a genuinely good story about human connection, i can't recommend this book enough—it's an absolute must-read. it stands as a truly heartwarming and hilarious tribute to one of the greatest sitcoms of all time, and a beautiful, iconic testament to a friendship that feels just as legendary as the show that brought jenna and angela together.
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