The Secret Life of Marilyn Monroe
by J. Randy Taraborrelli
Read by Robert Petkoff
This seven-disc collection of CDs (running time of 8 hours) provides a fascinating look into
the private life of Marilyn Monroe, away from the glitz and glamour of Hollywood. So many of the
myths and stories I grew up with over the years Taraborrelli explodes by the use of archival
material and personal interviews with people who knew her closely. There is no doubt that
Marilyn had a troubled youth; how troubled came as a surprise to me. Her mental issues and
addiction to prescription drugs, her need to feel loved, her mistrust of the media, all make
sense and will evoke compassion from any listener of these CDs.
This audiobook is not intended to be exploitive of Marilyn’s disarrayed life; rather it tries
to make sense of it and attempts to put into perspective her real life along with her myth, her
loves, and her legend. Taraborrelli details even the minute incidents in Marilyn’s life that
ultimately led to her death, eliciting compassion and understanding far beyond that of those who
infected her life. However, this collection does not intend to paint Marilyn with the trappings
of complete victimhood. She was intelligent, an accomplished actress locked into demeaning roles,
true to her heart, and truly loving the men she was with. Listen to this series of CDs and you
will develop an admiration for the real Marilyn far beyond any you might have had for the
well-known publicity creation. |
The Book |
Hachette Audio |
August 2009 |
Audiobook / 7 CDs / Abridged / Appx 8 hrs |
978-1-600240-651-7 |
Biography |
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The Reviewer |
Chris Querry |
Reviewed 2009 |
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