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terrible French pronunciation... but good story

Revisado: 04-10-25

I have to preface my review by saying that the French pronunciation in the narration was really awful. As a native speaker of both French and English, genuinely couldn't understand what the narrator was trying to say when he attempted to speak French. He would have been better off just using a full English accent rather than trying (and failing) to mimic French-it really sounded terrible. That said, the story itself is great. I just wanted to give others a heads-up about the narration.

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A Must-Read Memoir from a True Music Legend Oh and does SPILL the TEA!

Revisado: 03-04-25

A Must-Read Memoir from a True Music Legend

PP Arnold’s autobiography is an absolute revelation. While many know her as the powerhouse vocalist behind The First Cut Is the Deepest, few may realize the depth of her extraordinary journey through the music industry. This book cements her not only as an iconic singer but also as a gifted storyteller.

From her early days as an Ikette with Ike and Tina Turner to her collaborations with The Rolling Stones, The Bee Gees, Eric Clapton, and just about every major name in music from the ’60s through the ’90s, Arnold’s life reads like a backstage pass to rock and soul history. Her writing is vivid, heartfelt, and unflinchingly honest, offering an insider’s view of the triumphs and trials of a woman navigating the male-dominated music business.

What makes this memoir truly shine is Arnold’s voice—not just her legendary singing voice, but her narrative one. She brings warmth, humor, and raw emotion to her recollections, making it feel as if she’s sitting across from you, telling her incredible story firsthand. She doesn’t shy away from the hardships she faced, including personal struggles and industry betrayals, yet her resilience and passion for music remain at the heart of every chapter.

For fans of music history, soul and rock lovers, or anyone who appreciates a story of perseverance and artistry, this book is a must-read. PP Arnold is more than a singer—she’s a survivor, a trailblazer, and, as this book proves, a truly remarkable writer. Five stars aren’t enough!

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Finally the truth, and all its dirty details.

Revisado: 09-26-24

There are wild stories from every Michael Jackson fan out there, and they all have one thing in common, they are lies. Diane Dimond sets the record straight.

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life changing book

Revisado: 08-29-24

you think you're going to read a book all about comedy, but it turns out this book can heal a lot of your traumas if you just listen carefully.

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the truth

Revisado: 01-22-24

an account of the JFK assassination from someone who has actually done the research, not just read other JFK assassination books.

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a great primer for those into gems

Revisado: 07-20-23

I liked this book very much but would have loved for it to be longer. The story of how the author got her engagement ring with Byzantine mosaics is amazing and I would love to have heard more about the provenance of the stones and glass in her ring.

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a good primer, but would that it had gone deeper

Revisado: 01-18-23

a good primer, but would that it had gone deeper... I felt like there was so much more to some colors.

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promising introduction leads to typical Freudian b

Revisado: 11-28-22

promising introduction leads to chapters and chapters of useless Freudian psychobattle. this kind of psychoanalysis has been out of date for the last hundred years, and I wonder why we should hang on to it now. there are some extremely interesting theories put out by the author, a doctor, in the beginning of the book ...but towards the end of the book it's all about how you kill your mother and marry your father.

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I love everything except the narrator

Revisado: 10-01-22

I love everything except the narrator. his voice is grating although perhaps younger listeners might enjoy it.

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only leaves you with more questions!

Revisado: 09-11-22

a very good intro to the plague, but it only leaves you with more questions!

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