Book review: Andrea Barber - Full Circle

In my childhood Full house was my favorite sitcom along with Fresh prince of Bel Air and Family matters. I really enjoyed watching one of these shows every afternoon. One episode doesn’t take you much time, unless you’re binge-watching. Content is often funny, relatable, relaxing and doesn’t require much thinking. I’m always happy when I accidently catch a re-run, it always brings back happy memories.


I was excited when I saw the announcement on YouTube that another cast member of Full House will publish her book. Andrea Barber who played goofy and often special next door neighbor with specific clothing style decided to write her biography. She was never my favorite, I preferred DJ and Stephanie, but I always admired her confidence. I mean nothing can break Kimmy Gibbler!


Sadly in reality this is not completely true. Andrea went through some very tough time in her life. Being a child actor was not easy. Kids in school didn’t like her that much and she was often being bullied. She was very insecure and never felt that she fits in any kind of situation. Andrea is battling with anxiety her whole life, but she finally accepted her and her illness and it got easier. She also experienced tough divorce which was is some way a consequence of her mental problems.

Running and therapy saved her. She could finally breathe again and found her purpose. And then another great thing happened – sequel of Full house, Fuller house! Kimmy got another chance to shine and spread her confidence. Returning to filming was very emotional to her, but also challenging and fulfilling. She never acted as adult before. She describes Fuller house cast as one big happy family. They are all very connected and she couldn’t imagine better working environment.


I really liked this book. Andrea’s writing is very good, she even studied literature. I must admit I expected more behind the scene information and anecdotes from show tapings. I find this book inspirational and would definitely recommend it. I actually like the contrast between Kimmy and Andrea, we can learn from both of them.

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