The thing that worried me about this book before I read it was whether it would be fair to Cheryl. She's had a tough life but it's easy to knock celebrities who have made it thanks to a reality television programme. Fortunately on the very first page, the writer clearly states his point of view. He says it's ludicrous to knock people just because they've won a talent contest. Hear, Hear! It seems that the media these days don't think the votes of millions of people count for anything. Having got me on his side, Sean Smith proceeds to tell the story of Cheryl's life in a very fair and entertaining way. He isn't judgemental which I like. Everything you want to know about is included - the notorious racism court case, Ashley Cole, the harsh upbringing and the drug problems of her neighbourhood which I found quite shocking. It's also written in an unpretentious style which is very easy to read. I liked it. *****