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5.0 out of 5 stars brilliant read, 13 Dec 2006

By	J. WALKER (YORKSHIRE) - See all my reviews (TOP 1000 REVIEWER) (REAL NAME)

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Well written page turner from Gary Barlow. This book is a real eye opener, I had always assumed that Gary was the boring one but NOT SO this book is full of gossip and revelations on Take That's rise to glory.

His comments on his Manager, Nigel Martin-Smith are absolutely hilarious! Gary has such a great sense of humour.

He talks about his personal life and his public life in a very honest way, the book includes some wonderful photos for Take That fans. Gary is not afraid to admit his faults along the way and I admire his honesty.

It is clear he is a committed family man and they in turn are totally devoted to him.

This book deals with his feelings about the current Take That revival which is proving to be a massive success.

Recommended reading - LONG OVERDUE FOR TAKE THAT FANS

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5.0 out of 5 stars Gary Barlow - My Take, 9 Nov 2006

By	S. Armstrong (Manchester, England) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

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I have to say what a thoroughly enjoyable read this book was. Although I was never a take that fan back in the 90's I was fascinated to read Gary's side of events after seeing him on Jonathan Ross, and also after watching the Take That Documentary at the end of last Year.

The book is an honest account of how things were in the Take That days, and the eventful lives they all lived at that time. Gary is also not frightened of highlighting mistakes he made and reflecting on how his actions may have led to some of the animosity between him and other band members.

It is very informative and a fascinating read. It is clear from reading the book that Gary is a very well grounded lad (which is understandable when you read about his early days performing on his organ in small working mens clubs) and although he likes his extravagances (Cheshires answer to Elton John...by his own admission!!) he truely has a well balanced understanding of the important things in life.

You can't help but warm to the guy and empathise with the struggle he went through after the break up of Take That, and the way the media tried their best to destroy him.

He has a very refreshing attitude to all that has gone on, good and bad in his life, and you get a real sense that writing the book has helped him to face his demons and finally put the past behind him.

A great read

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5.0 out of 5 stars Fan or not, doesnt matter - Couldnt put it down.., 8 Jun 2007

By	L. Grant "Lucy Grant" (Uk) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Admittedly I do have a bit of a soft spot for Gary Barlow, but this has only been since take that's 'rebirth' last year, as I was too young to appreciate the band the first time around. Yet that doesn't matter if you are a fan or not.
This book not only takes you on a tour of the bands highs and lows but the personal hurdles Gary has overcome too; good and bad.
I found myself smiling along with him, laughing with him, bracing myself during the tough moments...and when I came to the last page I didn't want it to end.

To sum, it has made me appreciate Gary Barlow as a song writer and a singer, as a performer and a band member, he is a marvel who desreves everything he has worked so hard for.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing
Right, first of all, I love Take That. They're amazing, they sing fantastically, and I really hate Robbie Williams. Read more

Published 7 days ago by A. Osen

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This is an excellent book and I would recommend to any Take That or just Gary Barlow fan. It is updated with the story of Take Thats magnificient comeback. Read more

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Enjoyed the book nice to listen to other views about Take That especially after being a Robbie fan.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Well done!
First of all I was a huge Take That fan 1st time around. Between myself and my 2 best friends we divided out the group between us. Read more

Published 6 months ago by Lulu M

5.0 out of 5 stars Refreshingly honest, often surprising...
Perhaps even more so since Take That have returned successfully to the UK charts with their "Beautiful World" album, I have nothing but the highest respect for Gary Barlow - a pop... Read more

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Not being a massive Take That fan the first time round, i have now been converted after this amazing and truthful biography. Read more

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5.0 out of 5 stars The highs and lows of fame
This book has become all the more interesting since the comeback of Take That, and how refreshing that Gary has written about the difficult times with candour and doesn't shrink... Read more

Published 13 months ago by Carrie Sue' Bradshaw

5.0 out of 5 stars Intoxicated by Gary's magic!
I was too naive when Take That first were around I didn't really "get it". I was too busy listening to bands with less complex messages and reasons for being, like the New Kids on... Read more

Published 15 months ago by A. Moncrieff

5.0 out of 5 stars Written from the heart
An autobiography that really allows the voice of the 'celebrity' to sing through. Gary holds back no punches and admits faults which many would have found too hard to do. Read more

Published 16 months ago by L. Steele

5.0 out of 5 stars An entertaining read!
I've always liked Take That and have been enjoying their comeback immensely. Gary has always been my favourite, so when I heard that he'd written this book I couldn't wait to... Read more

Published 18 months ago by C. A. Wright

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