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5.0 out of 5 stars
The best Sinatra biography I've read, 22 Feb 1999
By A Customer
This is by far, the most well-balanced, interesting, Sinatra biography I have read. It is a must-read for any Sinatra fan, or anyone at all interested in reading a Sinatra biography. The only flaw is that even more details would be desirable (not just the "juicy" type, though there are quite a bit of that type: The details about Sinatra's romances - i have to admit, that made for some very fascinating reading!). There is hardly any information about Sinatra's music and films, but there are other books on those subjects. This is the story of his more private, yet fascinating, life. Some of it is funny, warm and sweet, some of it is shockingly barbaric, and the last few chapters about his deteriorating health are very sad. But what makes this bio different from other Sinatra bio's i've read, is the author neither comes across as an enemy nor a hero-worshipper - just a chronicler of an incredible life. Ultimately, the writer seems to respect Sinatra, as an all-too-human being. This book describes Sinatra's tremendous drive and vitality, his very tender and sensitive side, as well as a temper that had more behind it than mere brutality - he was an extremely complex and emotional man who had great difficulty communicating his true feelings, except in song. This book explains a lot about why and how those complexities developed; perhaps the most fascinating part of the book is Sinatra's long and tempestuous relationship with ava gardner - that subject, in itself, could fill a whole book. I hope that an author with the skill of Mr. Taraborrelli is considering writing a book about Frank and Ava - their story is more amazing, romantic, and dramatic than fiction! The best Sinatra biography, but it is possible that an even better one will be written someday - for now, this is the one, and an excellent read; not a dull page.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
One fabulous tour of Sinatra's life., 24 May 1998
By A Customer
All I can say is buy it and read it! Clear, consise and factual review of his life. The best yet.
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Ultimate Sinatra Book, 3 Feb 1998
By A Customer
I read it from cover to cover and enjoyed every minute of it, every page. Thorough research and an invigorating writing style really bring Sinatra to life like never before. It's gritty, for sure. But very true to Sinatra's experience. As a big Frank fanatic, I would recommend this book. I've read them all, and this is the only one that makes him seem like more than just a skirt-chasing mobster with a good voice.
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