- Hardcover: 428 pages
- Publisher: Ebury Press; 1st. Edition edition (1 Sep 2004)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 009189753X
- ISBN-13: 978-0091897536
- Product Dimensions: 23.6 x 15.4 x 4 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars See all reviews (39 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 346,847 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Sunday Times
It's all there...the inside story that the fans have guessed at and the tabloids have done their best to invent
Independent on Sunday
The most lustrous and scrupulously observed anatomy of the madness of top-flight 21st-century celebrity existence
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16 of 16 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
It took me all of three days to read this book. After Somebody Someday which took us through Rob's struggle through drugs, this book offers us an insight into the life of Robbie Williams, and you will laugh and cry in the same few minutes. It includes many classically funny moments, but also those heart renderingly sad struggles he has with tabloids. I would recommend this to anyone who likes Robbie as it feels as though a lot of it comes straight from the heart and although not written himself you can feel Rob in the pages. You'll love it!
31 of 33 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
As a huge fan of Robbie's music, this is the first time I have read any biography on him and I was hooked. This book not only gives a frank insight into the man and his music but it also depicts the world of high celebrity in a way which is, quite frankly, horrific. I defy anyone after reading this to wish to lead the sort of life that Robbie leads, despite all his fame and money. There were many times that my preconceived ideas about Robbie were shattered and if you were at Knebworth last year and thought it was the best concert ever (as I did) prepare to be disappointed about Rob's take on it. But, despite all that, I was fascinated. It is a very brave and honest account of a person who is obviously worshipped and idolised by many. I doubt that I will ever pick up a copy of a celebrity gossip magazine again without feeling a twinge of guilt. It is thoroughly well written by Chris Heath. Much of it brought a smile to my face, especially the completely appropriate ending. I totally recommend it to anyone who is remotely interested!
43 of 47 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Not a massive Robbie fan, but picked up the book anyway. I first noticed it wasnt just another biography, because the middle of the book wasnt stuffed with 'photos'. They where just dotted here and there throughout the book. I thoroughly enjoyed reading Robbies day to day life over 18 months, through the eyes of the author, who was invited to follow Robbie for his research. It is full of conversations with and about other celebs and what Robbie really thinks about Liam and Gary (Barlow). It also blew all the myths and lies about Robbie out of the window. Extremely frank and enjoyable read, the kind of book that grips you from page one, and that you just dont want to put down. I would recommend you read this book, whether your a Robbie fan or not.
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Not a Robbie Williams fan but
...I enjoyed this book a lot just the same. Rather than some paint-by-numbers book about a pop-star for the fans, this is an interesting and insightful book about what it's like... Read more
Published on 18 Oct 2009 by Dublinia
The Entertainer
Robbie Williams song and dance man and entertainer and according to The Sunday People a budding thespian. Read more
Published on 29 Mar 2008 by Fred Bookie
It's a roller coaster of emotions...
I have to admit that I was in two minds about whether to read this book. There is a lot of hype in the press about Robbie and in the end I decided that I wanted to know the truth. Read more
Published on 29 Sep 2006 by Haze
The man, the myth, the truth..?
There are so many things said about Robbie Williams and as it says on the cover "The thruth is in here, somwhere"; I think it`s right
I read the book the day it came out... Read more
I read the book the day it came out... Read more
Published on 19 July 2006 by Girl
Excellent Robbie
I generally read biographies if the person intrigues me. I found this book to be at times very compelling, a brilliant insight into the world that is Robbie Williams, at times... Read more
Published on 30 Jun 2006 by Helen Warner
For insomniacs
I lost interest after the first four chapters, and pick it up in order to go to sleep quickly. Doesn't hold my interest any more.
Published on 17 May 2006 by Chris Hastie
Insightful but Frustrating
I've followed Rob's career ever since he was a member of Take That (Hey, I was a teenager at that time. Boybands happen to teenage girls!). Read more
Published on 17 Feb 2006 by Kittiara
Interesting info and great pictures!
This book is great bedtime reading, but also told me lots about Robbie that I never knew before. I think my boyfriend regrets ever buying me it in the first place. Read more
Published on 20 Nov 2005
Couldn't put it down!
I have got a few of Rob's albums and always thought the lad was a bit full of himself and only wanted sympathy from the public until I read this book. Read more
Published on 19 Aug 2005 by Claire M
Confirming my assumptions and reshaping my thinking.
Until recently I wasn't really a fan of Robbie. I've always loved his music but never thought much of him as a person. Read more
Published on 29 July 2005
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