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So moving, 06 Oct 2008
As an admirer of Philip Norman's brilliant Beatles' book, Shout, I couldn't wait to get my hands on this and I have not been disappointed. This portrait of John moved me to tears. It made me see in a way no book has ever done before just how much the tragedies of his childhood affected his later life. I can't believe Yoko thinks this book has been "mean" to John. He emerges from it not just as a genius but a great - and real - human being.
Brilliant!, 05 Oct 2008
This has to be the best book about John Lennon ever written. I got hold of it late last week, and even though it's 800+ pages long I finished it in three days. Couldn't put it down.
Some of the best parts are about John's early childhood, his mother, Julia, and his famous Aunt Mimi, who brought him up. No wonder he was such a complicated human being when he had such a difficult childhood, and suffered so many losses early in life.
Philip Norman also reveals John's jealousy of Paul McCartney, and has someohow managed to get Yoko Ono to talk to him about their life together - quite a feat in itself.
Altogether, a great read, and a must-have for any self-respecting Beatles fan.
Very disappointing, 01 Oct 2008
I have been looking forward to the release of this book for several months and after spending all day reading it I am incredibly disappointed. There is very little, if any, information that will be new to anyone unless this is their very first Beatles/Lennon book. It's as if Norman simply bought all the currently available books (Goldman, Davies, Coleman) and wrote his own version using them as a reference. You would think at 850 pages there would be something new but there isn't. Perhaps this is why the typeset is so large and the margins on each page are so big.
Probably the biggest disappointment is the cursory treatment given to Lennons last 5 years, we learn absolutely nothing that isn't in other books.
Perhaps the most amusing line in this sorry peice of hack journalism is when Norman calls Albert Goldman "risibly ignorant" when a good 50 percent of the information in his book was in Goldmans book 20 years ago.
I would advise skimming through this book in the bookshop before you contemplate shelling out.
Fingers crossed for Mark Lewisohns forthcoming three volume biography of the Beatles.
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Customer Reviews
So moving, 06 Oct 2008
As an admirer of Philip Norman's brilliant Beatles' book, Shout, I couldn't wait to get my hands on this and I have not been disappointed. This portrait of John moved me to tears. It made me see in a way no book has ever done before just how much the tragedies of his childhood affected his later life. I can't believe Yoko thinks this book has been "mean" to John. He emerges from it not just as a genius but a great - and real - human being.
Brilliant!, 05 Oct 2008
This has to be the best book about John Lennon ever written. I got hold of it late last week, and even though it's 800+ pages long I finished it in three days. Couldn't put it down.
Some of the best parts are about John's early childhood, his mother, Julia, and his famous Aunt Mimi, who brought him up. No wonder he was such a complicated human being when he had such a difficult childhood, and suffered so many losses early in life.
Philip Norman also reveals John's jealousy of Paul McCartney, and has someohow managed to get Yoko Ono to talk to him about their life together - quite a feat in itself.
Altogether, a great read, and a must-have for any self-respecting Beatles fan.
Very disappointing, 01 Oct 2008
I have been looking forward to the release of this book for several months and after spending all day reading it I am incredibly disappointed. There is very little, if any, information that will be new to anyone unless this is their very first Beatles/Lennon book. It's as if Norman simply bought all the currently available books (Goldman, Davies, Coleman) and wrote his own version using them as a reference. You would think at 850 pages there would be something new but there isn't. Perhaps this is why the typeset is so large and the margins on each page are so big.
Probably the biggest disappointment is the cursory treatment given to Lennons last 5 years, we learn absolutely nothing that isn't in other books.
Perhaps the most amusing line in this sorry peice of hack journalism is when Norman calls Albert Goldman "risibly ignorant" when a good 50 percent of the information in his book was in Goldmans book 20 years ago.
I would advise skimming through this book in the bookshop before you contemplate shelling out.
Fingers crossed for Mark Lewisohns forthcoming three volume biography of the Beatles.
Fabulous!, 02 Oct 2008
What a read! Craig is as honest and straightforward as you'd expect and so open about his life. His no holds barred style really takes you through the highs and lows, the laughter and the tears. It's a must-read for Strictly fans. I couldn't put it down.
Not bad, 01 Oct 2008
I found it interesting to discover what qualifies Craig to judge dancers, and his credentials hold up. I also enjoyed reading about his journey from Aus to a hugely popular BBC show. I did find the book a little rushed at the end, but I still enjoyed learning about him. I think it could have gone deeper though. It's more a 'coffee table' book than many other biographies I have read.
YAWN! Dull Dull Read, 30 Sep 2008
Not sure what the other people were reading but in my opinion this is a dull read merely for the people who laugh and titter at his feeble put downs on a dancing game show. Yes, wehave all the backstage glitter (if you can call it that) here and also his background, love life (painfully boring) but mostly it reads as someone who believes that are a star but are not merely a judge on a gameshow.
A-MA-ZING!, 14 Sep 2008
All Balls and Glitter was a sensational read - I could'nt put it down.
What ever you thought of Craig from Strictly (acid tongued and critical) certainly portrays himself in a very different light and openly exposes his secret past. He takes us back to his childhood of rural Australia and his desperate actions to get him out of a miserable childhood. Taking the reader on a wonderful and colorful journey to how Craig became the judge we all love to hate.
It has gossip, truth, scandal, sex and love everything you want in a good Barbara Cartland !! But this is Craigs real life and is no fictional story ! A wonderful addictive read.
It appeals to everybody, and highly recommend this book its certainly not DULL DULL DULL !!
Fabulous Darling................, 05 Sep 2008
Got this yesterday and have just finished - really good read!
Not all about Strictly as there is so much more to Craig than that - but enough Strictly for the fan.
What a life this man has had - I'm not going to include spoilers in this review you will have to read it for yourself - but its a page turner that is for sure!
Nice glittery bits on the cover :)
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Customer Reviews
So moving, 06 Oct 2008
As an admirer of Philip Norman's brilliant Beatles' book, Shout, I couldn't wait to get my hands on this and I have not been disappointed. This portrait of John moved me to tears. It made me see in a way no book has ever done before just how much the tragedies of his childhood affected his later life. I can't believe Yoko thinks this book has been "mean" to John. He emerges from it not just as a genius but a great - and real - human being.
Brilliant!, 05 Oct 2008
This has to be the best book about John Lennon ever written. I got hold of it late last week, and even though it's 800+ pages long I finished it in three days. Couldn't put it down.
Some of the best parts are about John's early childhood, his mother, Julia, and his famous Aunt Mimi, who brought him up. No wonder he was such a complicated human being when he had such a difficult childhood, and suffered so many losses early in life.
Philip Norman also reveals John's jealousy of Paul McCartney, and has someohow managed to get Yoko Ono to talk to him about their life together - quite a feat in itself.
Altogether, a great read, and a must-have for any self-respecting Beatles fan.
Very disappointing, 01 Oct 2008
I have been looking forward to the release of this book for several months and after spending all day reading it I am incredibly disappointed. There is very little, if any, information that will be new to anyone unless this is their very first Beatles/Lennon book. It's as if Norman simply bought all the currently available books (Goldman, Davies, Coleman) and wrote his own version using them as a reference. You would think at 850 pages there would be something new but there isn't. Perhaps this is why the typeset is so large and the margins on each page are so big.
Probably the biggest disappointment is the cursory treatment given to Lennons last 5 years, we learn absolutely nothing that isn't in other books.
Perhaps the most amusing line in this sorry peice of hack journalism is when Norman calls Albert Goldman "risibly ignorant" when a good 50 percent of the information in his book was in Goldmans book 20 years ago.
I would advise skimming through this book in the bookshop before you contemplate shelling out.
Fingers crossed for Mark Lewisohns forthcoming three volume biography of the Beatles.
Fabulous!, 02 Oct 2008
What a read! Craig is as honest and straightforward as you'd expect and so open about his life. His no holds barred style really takes you through the highs and lows, the laughter and the tears. It's a must-read for Strictly fans. I couldn't put it down.
Not bad, 01 Oct 2008
I found it interesting to discover what qualifies Craig to judge dancers, and his credentials hold up. I also enjoyed reading about his journey from Aus to a hugely popular BBC show. I did find the book a little rushed at the end, but I still enjoyed learning about him. I think it could have gone deeper though. It's more a 'coffee table' book than many other biographies I have read.
YAWN! Dull Dull Read, 30 Sep 2008
Not sure what the other people were reading but in my opinion this is a dull read merely for the people who laugh and titter at his feeble put downs on a dancing game show. Yes, wehave all the backstage glitter (if you can call it that) here and also his background, love life (painfully boring) but mostly it reads as someone who believes that are a star but are not merely a judge on a gameshow.
A-MA-ZING!, 14 Sep 2008
All Balls and Glitter was a sensational read - I could'nt put it down.
What ever you thought of Craig from Strictly (acid tongued and critical) certainly portrays himself in a very different light and openly exposes his secret past. He takes us back to his childhood of rural Australia and his desperate actions to get him out of a miserable childhood. Taking the reader on a wonderful and colorful journey to how Craig became the judge we all love to hate.
It has gossip, truth, scandal, sex and love everything you want in a good Barbara Cartland !! But this is Craigs real life and is no fictional story ! A wonderful addictive read.
It appeals to everybody, and highly recommend this book its certainly not DULL DULL DULL !!
Fabulous Darling................, 05 Sep 2008
Got this yesterday and have just finished - really good read!
Not all about Strictly as there is so much more to Craig than that - but enough Strictly for the fan.
What a life this man has had - I'm not going to include spoilers in this review you will have to read it for yourself - but its a page turner that is for sure!
Nice glittery bits on the cover :)
great idea, 03 Jun 2008
I think this book was written by Simon's brother which was a great idea as it means he has all the details of their childhood - which reads like something out of a film! You can see why Simon was so steeped in the entertainment business as a boy, having met so many big stars. Only bad thing about this book is that it's now out of date - a new version with the X-Factor and Britain's Got Talent is overdue.
Okay read for the price paid?, 04 May 2008
I bought this book 2 weeks ago on a whim.... and to be honest I was slightly disappointed.
Why?
Well,its my own fault really as I didn't actually look to see when this book first came out and with it saying fully updated I assumed it would be up to the present day.Duh!!!
Anyway,I digress,it ends where Michelle McManus won Pop Idol so its quite old but even so,I would have liked more spice and juicy insider gossip to what it actually contains.I'm sure there was a lot more he could have told us about Westlife,Louis Walsh, Randy Jackson and Paul Abdul,Simon seems to be mincing his words for once!
Anyway,for the price I paid [which wasn't much],it wasn't a bad read and it did pass a few hours.
PS Simon,your predictions about which famous couple would stay together weren't very good where they???
Why on earth would you buy this?, 01 May 2008
Why on earth would anyone want to read a book about Simon Cowell? The man has no personality and every page is full of dribble. The man knows how to make money from other people's talent and how to be nasty simply because he is so damn miserable and has nothing nice to say about anything. Entertaining on screen perhaps but for only so long and this book is just boring.
I've read Gordon Ramsey's books but Gordon's an achiever in comparison and doesn't have his head up his own arse. Sorry, not a book worth reading I'm afraid. I borrowed it from a friend as I would not spend money on his book. I don't support Cowell, I'm not a fan and would never want to be him, even with all the money he has in the bank. I don't think he is even happy being him. Those expensive cars he drives at night with the roof down and lights on (inside the car!) just so everyone can see his face just confirms the fact Cowell is all about EGO and nothing else. That's why he can only write abook about himself. As boring as he is. Maybe something he can read at night. As for the gneral public.... don't bother. Winge... winge... winge.
He Based His Act on Garry Bushell, 08 Apr 2008
A brilliant book that tells the story of X Factor guru Simon Cowell - the man who made Robson & Jerome.
The biog contains plenty of exclusives and my only `sadness` is that Simon doesnt pay tribute to Garry Bushell and admit that he based his Mr Nasty act on TV pundit Gal Bushell or admit that Britain Has Got Talent is based on Bushells TV show `Big Night Out`.
Please can you change this in the reprint Simon?
In fact Bushell and Cowell have a lot in common.
Simon discovered Paul Potts.
And Garry discoverd Frankie Flame...and both taught Piers Morgan all he knows.
Garry Bushell was his mentor at The Sun and Simon his mentor on TV.
A great book that is on a par with Bushell On The Box by Garry Johnson.
Just annoying and boring, 13 Nov 2007
I am a fan of Mr. Cowell as I think he is a good businessman and watching him as a judge (fighting with Mr. Walsh) is good fun.
I don't mean to be rude BUT he is the worst author ever. I was really looking forward to reading his book but after 10 pages I felt in throe. He describes his life in a really annoying way, all the time emphasising that he is a womanizer, he is the only one who has knowledge in this business and of course he is the greatest man ever.
Sorry but the book is just boring. He shouldn't have written it as the mystery about his person is now gone.
But I will still adore him as a judge.
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Customer Reviews
So moving, 06 Oct 2008
As an admirer of Philip Norman's brilliant Beatles' book, Shout, I couldn't wait to get my hands on this and I have not been disappointed. This portrait of John moved me to tears. It made me see in a way no book has ever done before just how much the tragedies of his childhood affected his later life. I can't believe Yoko thinks this book has been "mean" to John. He emerges from it not just as a genius but a great - and real - human being.
Brilliant!, 05 Oct 2008
This has to be the best book about John Lennon ever written. I got hold of it late last week, and even though it's 800+ pages long I finished it in three days. Couldn't put it down.
Some of the best parts are about John's early childhood, his mother, Julia, and his famous Aunt Mimi, who brought him up. No wonder he was such a complicated human being when he had such a difficult childhood, and suffered so many losses early in life.
Philip Norman also reveals John's jealousy of Paul McCartney, and has someohow managed to get Yoko Ono to talk to him about their life together - quite a feat in itself.
Altogether, a great read, and a must-have for any self-respecting Beatles fan.
Very disappointing, 01 Oct 2008
I have been looking forward to the release of this book for several months and after spending all day reading it I am incredibly disappointed. There is very little, if any, information that will be new to anyone unless this is their very first Beatles/Lennon book. It's as if Norman simply bought all the currently available books (Goldman, Davies, Coleman) and wrote his own version using them as a reference. You would think at 850 pages there would be something new but there isn't. Perhaps this is why the typeset is so large and the margins on each page are so big.
Probably the biggest disappointment is the cursory treatment given to Lennons last 5 years, we learn absolutely nothing that isn't in other books.
Perhaps the most amusing line in this sorry peice of hack journalism is when Norman calls Albert Goldman "risibly ignorant" when a good 50 percent of the information in his book was in Goldmans book 20 years ago.
I would advise skimming through this book in the bookshop before you contemplate shelling out.
Fingers crossed for Mark Lewisohns forthcoming three volume biography of the Beatles.
Fabulous!, 02 Oct 2008
What a read! Craig is as honest and straightforward as you'd expect and so open about his life. His no holds barred style really takes you through the highs and lows, the laughter and the tears. It's a must-read for Strictly fans. I couldn't put it down.
Not bad, 01 Oct 2008
I found it interesting to discover what qualifies Craig to judge dancers, and his credentials hold up. I also enjoyed reading about his journey from Aus to a hugely popular BBC show. I did find the book a little rushed at the end, but I still enjoyed learning about him. I think it could have gone deeper though. It's more a 'coffee table' book than many other biographies I have read.
YAWN! Dull Dull Read, 30 Sep 2008
Not sure what the other people were reading but in my opinion this is a dull read merely for the people who laugh and titter at his feeble put downs on a dancing game show. Yes, wehave all the backstage glitter (if you can call it that) here and also his background, love life (painfully boring) but mostly it reads as someone who believes that are a star but are not merely a judge on a gameshow.
A-MA-ZING!, 14 Sep 2008
All Balls and Glitter was a sensational read - I could'nt put it down.
What ever you thought of Craig from Strictly (acid tongued and critical) certainly portrays himself in a very different light and openly exposes his secret past. He takes us back to his childhood of rural Australia and his desperate actions to get him out of a miserable childhood. Taking the reader on a wonderful and colorful journey to how Craig became the judge we all love to hate.
It has gossip, truth, scandal, sex and love everything you want in a good Barbara Cartland !! But this is Craigs real life and is no fictional story ! A wonderful addictive read.
It appeals to everybody, and highly recommend this book its certainly not DULL DULL DULL !!
Fabulous Darling................, 05 Sep 2008
Got this yesterday and have just finished - really good read!
Not all about Strictly as there is so much more to Craig than that - but enough Strictly for the fan.
What a life this man has had - I'm not going to include spoilers in this review you will have to read it for yourself - but its a page turner that is for sure!
Nice glittery bits on the cover :)
great idea, 03 Jun 2008
I think this book was written by Simon's brother which was a great idea as it means he has all the details of their childhood - which reads like something out of a film! You can see why Simon was so steeped in the entertainment business as a boy, having met so many big stars. Only bad thing about this book is that it's now out of date - a new version with the X-Factor and Britain's Got Talent is overdue.
Okay read for the price paid?, 04 May 2008
I bought this book 2 weeks ago on a whim.... and to be honest I was slightly disappointed.
Why?
Well,its my own fault really as I didn't actually look to see when this book first came out and with it saying fully updated I assumed it would be up to the present day.Duh!!!
Anyway,I digress,it ends where Michelle McManus won Pop Idol so its quite old but even so,I would have liked more spice and juicy insider gossip to what it actually contains.I'm sure there was a lot more he could have told us about Westlife,Louis Walsh, Randy Jackson and Paul Abdul,Simon seems to be mincing his words for once!
Anyway,for the price I paid [which wasn't much],it wasn't a bad read and it did pass a few hours.
PS Simon,your predictions about which famous couple would stay together weren't very good where they???
Why on earth would you buy this?, 01 May 2008
Why on earth would anyone want to read a book about Simon Cowell? The man has no personality and every page is full of dribble. The man knows how to make money from other people's talent and how to be nasty simply because he is so damn miserable and has nothing nice to say about anything. Entertaining on screen perhaps but for only so long and this book is just boring.
I've read Gordon Ramsey's books but Gordon's an achiever in comparison and doesn't have his head up his own arse. Sorry, not a book worth reading I'm afraid. I borrowed it from a friend as I would not spend money on his book. I don't support Cowell, I'm not a fan and would never want to be him, even with all the money he has in the bank. I don't think he is even happy being him. Those expensive cars he drives at night with the roof down and lights on (inside the car!) just so everyone can see his face just confirms the fact Cowell is all about EGO and nothing else. That's why he can only write abook about himself. As boring as he is. Maybe something he can read at night. As for the gneral public.... don't bother. Winge... winge... winge.
He Based His Act on Garry Bushell, 08 Apr 2008
A brilliant book that tells the story of X Factor guru Simon Cowell - the man who made Robson & Jerome.
The biog contains plenty of exclusives and my only `sadness` is that Simon doesnt pay tribute to Garry Bushell and admit that he based his Mr Nasty act on TV pundit Gal Bushell or admit that Britain Has Got Talent is based on Bushells TV show `Big Night Out`.
Please can you change this in the reprint Simon?
In fact Bushell and Cowell have a lot in common.
Simon discovered Paul Potts.
And Garry discoverd Frankie Flame...and both taught Piers Morgan all he knows.
Garry Bushell was his mentor at The Sun and Simon his mentor on TV.
A great book that is on a par with Bushell On The Box by Garry Johnson.
Just annoying and boring, 13 Nov 2007
I am a fan of Mr. Cowell as I think he is a good businessman and watching him as a judge (fighting with Mr. Walsh) is good fun.
I don't mean to be rude BUT he is the worst author ever. I was really looking forward to reading his book but after 10 pages I felt in throe. He describes his life in a really annoying way, all the time emphasising that he is a womanizer, he is the only one who has knowledge in this business and of course he is the greatest man ever.
Sorry but the book is just boring. He shouldn't have written it as the mystery about his person is now gone.
But I will still adore him as a judge.
Burlesque and the Art of the Teese / Fetish and the Art of the Teese , 11 Oct 2008
'Burlesque and the Art of the Teese / Fetish and the Art of the Teese' is a stunning look at the history of both Burlesque and Fetish from the point of view of one of the most famous models and Burlesque dancers of today, Dita Von Teese. It has stunning imagery and is well presented, without being lascivious or in poor taste. This book is class all the way. The various sections focusing on the history of both arts are fascinating, with information you would never have considered and you can tell Dita is both knowledgeable and passionate about her art. If you're a fan of Dita or just interested in Burlesque or Fetish then this is an excellent place to go, and though slightly unorthodox, this would make a wonderful coffee table book.
Stunning and Beautiful, 18 Jan 2008
I couldn't wait to get my hands on this book when it came out and it's only now that I am writing my own review.
I love every page of this book and recently I went to her only british book signing at Waterstones and I could not decide which page I wanted her to sign! (She is even more beautiful and amazing in person!!!) Buy it and then treasure this book forever, if you love Dita, Burlesque, old movie star glamour, lingerie....anything girly!
Stunning photography if a little sparse, 12 Jan 2008
I adore Dita, I'd love to kidnap her and keep her under my bed but alas it is not to be.
I loved that this book came in two parts, the front has dita in softer, artistic glamour poses, and the back more fetish and burlesque glamour. The book is a little basic, with bullet points which does give off a little "dummies guide" kind of feel...but over all its worth the money.
lovely, 01 Nov 2007
A great book, beautiful photographs and a real inspiration. Well worth having. Dita is a real officianado of everything glamourous and i really enjoy looking through this book whenever i need a boost of self belief and confidence to really express myself. vive le nouveux burlesque revolution!
Overpriced , Overrated and the same goes for the book as well, 29 Sep 2007
Overpriced calendar. I love burlesque , which can be witty , alluring , sexy and creative. This is a bunch of pictures with hollow commentary. If you want pictures to gawk at well there you go this book is perfect for you. If you're getting this book because you want to know more about Dita von Teese well it's pretty vacuous so are Dita's live perfomances.
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So moving, 06 Oct 2008
As an admirer of Philip Norman's brilliant Beatles' book, Shout, I couldn't wait to get my hands on this and I have not been disappointed. This portrait of John moved me to tears. It made me see in a way no book has ever done before just how much the tragedies of his childhood affected his later life. I can't believe Yoko thinks this book has been "mean" to John. He emerges from it not just as a genius but a great - and real - human being.
Brilliant!, 05 Oct 2008
This has to be the best book about John Lennon ever written. I got hold of it late last week, and even though it's 800+ pages long I finished it in three days. Couldn't put it down.
Some of the best parts are about John's early childhood, his mother, Julia, and his famous Aunt Mimi, who brought him up. No wonder he was such a complicated human being when he had such a difficult childhood, and suffered so many losses early in life.
Philip Norman also reveals John's jealousy of Paul McCartney, and has someohow managed to get Yoko Ono to talk to him about their life together - quite a feat in itself.
Altogether, a great read, and a must-have for any self-respecting Beatles fan.
Very disappointing, 01 Oct 2008
I have been looking forward to the release of this book for several months and after spending all day reading it I am incredibly disappointed. There is very little, if any, information that will be new to anyone unless this is their very first Beatles/Lennon book. It's as if Norman simply bought all the currently available books (Goldman, Davies, Coleman) and wrote his own version using them as a reference. You would think at 850 pages there would be something new but there isn't. Perhaps this is why the typeset is so large and the margins on each page are so big.
Probably the biggest disappointment is the cursory treatment given to Lennons last 5 years, we learn absolutely nothing that isn't in other books.
Perhaps the most amusing line in this sorry peice of hack journalism is when Norman calls Albert Goldman "risibly ignorant" when a good 50 percent of the information in his book was in Goldmans book 20 years ago.
I would advise skimming through this book in the bookshop before you contemplate shelling out.
Fingers crossed for Mark Lewisohns forthcoming three volume biography of the Beatles.
Fabulous!, 02 Oct 2008
What a read! Craig is as honest and straightforward as you'd expect and so open about his life. His no holds barred style really takes you through the highs and lows, the laughter and the tears. It's a must-read for Strictly fans. I couldn't put it down.
Not bad, 01 Oct 2008
I found it interesting to discover what qualifies Craig to judge dancers, and his credentials hold up. I also enjoyed reading about his journey from Aus to a hugely popular BBC show. I did find the book a little rushed at the end, but I still enjoyed learning about him. I think it could have gone deeper though. It's more a 'coffee table' book than many other biographies I have read.
YAWN! Dull Dull Read, 30 Sep 2008
Not sure what the other people were reading but in my opinion this is a dull read merely for the people who laugh and titter at his feeble put downs on a dancing game show. Yes, wehave all the backstage glitter (if you can call it that) here and also his background, love life (painfully boring) but mostly it reads as someone who believes that are a star but are not merely a judge on a gameshow.
A-MA-ZING!, 14 Sep 2008
All Balls and Glitter was a sensational read - I could'nt put it down.
What ever you thought of Craig from Strictly (acid tongued and critical) certainly portrays himself in a very different light and openly exposes his secret past. He takes us back to his childhood of rural Australia and his desperate actions to get him out of a miserable childhood. Taking the reader on a wonderful and colorful journey to how Craig became the judge we all love to hate.
It has gossip, truth, scandal, sex and love everything you want in a good Barbara Cartland !! But this is Craigs real life and is no fictional story ! A wonderful addictive read.
It appeals to everybody, and highly recommend this book its certainly not DULL DULL DULL !!
Fabulous Darling................, 05 Sep 2008
Got this yesterday and have just finished - really good read!
Not all about Strictly as there is so much more to Craig than that - but enough Strictly for the fan.
What a life this man has had - I'm not going to include spoilers in this review you will have to read it for yourself - but its a page turner that is for sure!
Nice glittery bits on the cover :)
great idea, 03 Jun 2008
I think this book was written by Simon's brother which was a great idea as it means he has all the details of their childhood - which reads like something out of a film! You can see why Simon was so steeped in the entertainment business as a boy, having met so many big stars. Only bad thing about this book is that it's now out of date - a new version with the X-Factor and Britain's Got Talent is overdue.
Okay read for the price paid?, 04 May 2008
I bought this book 2 weeks ago on a whim.... and to be honest I was slightly disappointed.
Why?
Well,its my own fault really as I didn't actually look to see when this book first came out and with it saying fully updated I assumed it would be up to the present day.Duh!!!
Anyway,I digress,it ends where Michelle McManus won Pop Idol so its quite old but even so,I would have liked more spice and juicy insider gossip to what it actually contains.I'm sure there was a lot more he could have told us about Westlife,Louis Walsh, Randy Jackson and Paul Abdul,Simon seems to be mincing his words for once!
Anyway,for the price I paid [which wasn't much],it wasn't a bad read and it did pass a few hours.
PS Simon,your predictions about which famous couple would stay together weren't very good where they???
Why on earth would you buy this?, 01 May 2008
Why on earth would anyone want to read a book about Simon Cowell? The man has no personality and every page is full of dribble. The man knows how to make money from other people's talent and how to be nasty simply because he is so damn miserable and has nothing nice to say about anything. Entertaining on screen perhaps but for only so long and this book is just boring.
I've read Gordon Ramsey's books but Gordon's an achiever in comparison and doesn't have his head up his own arse. Sorry, not a book worth reading I'm afraid. I borrowed it from a friend as I would not spend money on his book. I don't support Cowell, I'm not a fan and would never want to be him, even with all the money he has in the bank. I don't think he is even happy being him. Those expensive cars he drives at night with the roof down and lights on (inside the car!) just so everyone can see his face just confirms the fact Cowell is all about EGO and nothing else. That's why he can only write abook about himself. As boring as he is. Maybe something he can read at night. As for the gneral public.... don't bother. Winge... winge... winge.
He Based His Act on Garry Bushell, 08 Apr 2008
A brilliant book that tells the story of X Factor guru Simon Cowell - the man who made Robson & Jerome.
The biog contains plenty of exclusives and my only `sadness` is that Simon doesnt pay tribute to Garry Bushell and admit that he based his Mr Nasty act on TV pundit Gal Bushell or admit that Britain Has Got Talent is based on Bushells TV show `Big Night Out`.
Please can you change this in the reprint Simon?
In fact Bushell and Cowell have a lot in common.
Simon discovered Paul Potts.
And Garry discoverd Frankie Flame...and both taught Piers Morgan all he knows.
Garry Bushell was his mentor at The Sun and Simon his mentor on TV.
A great book that is on a par with Bushell On The Box by Garry Johnson.
Just annoying and boring, 13 Nov 2007
I am a fan of Mr. Cowell as I think he is a good businessman and watching him as a judge (fighting with Mr. Walsh) is good fun.
I don't mean to be rude BUT he is the worst author ever. I was really looking forward to reading his book but after 10 pages I felt in throe. He describes his life in a really annoying way, all the time emphasising that he is a womanizer, he is the only one who has knowledge in this business and of course he is the greatest man ever.
Sorry but the book is just boring. He shouldn't have written it as the mystery about his person is now gone.
But I will still adore him as a judge.
Burlesque and the Art of the Teese / Fetish and the Art of the Teese , 11 Oct 2008
'Burlesque and the Art of the Teese / Fetish and the Art of the Teese' is a stunning look at the history of both Burlesque and Fetish from the point of view of one of the most famous models and Burlesque dancers of today, Dita Von Teese. It has stunning imagery and is well presented, without being lascivious or in poor taste. This book is class all the way. The various sections focusing on the history of both arts are fascinating, with information you would never have considered and you can tell Dita is both knowledgeable and passionate about her art. If you're a fan of Dita or just interested in Burlesque or Fetish then this is an excellent place to go, and though slightly unorthodox, this would make a wonderful coffee table book.
Stunning and Beautiful, 18 Jan 2008
I couldn't wait to get my hands on this book when it came out and it's only now that I am writing my own review.
I love every page of this book and recently I went to her only british book signing at Waterstones and I could not decide which page I wanted her to sign! (She is even more beautiful and amazing in person!!!) Buy it and then treasure this book forever, if you love Dita, Burlesque, old movie star glamour, lingerie....anything girly!
Stunning photography if a little sparse, 12 Jan 2008
I adore Dita, I'd love to kidnap her and keep her under my bed but alas it is not to be.
I loved that this book came in two parts, the front has dita in softer, artistic glamour poses, and the back more fetish and burlesque glamour. The book is a little basic, with bullet points which does give off a little "dummies guide" kind of feel...but over all its worth the money.
lovely, 01 Nov 2007
A great book, beautiful photographs and a real inspiration. Well worth having. Dita is a real officianado of everything glamourous and i really enjoy looking through this book whenever i need a boost of self belief and confidence to really express myself. vive le nouveux burlesque revolution!
Overpriced , Overrated and the same goes for the book as well, 29 Sep 2007
Overpriced calendar. I love burlesque , which can be witty , alluring , sexy and creative. This is a bunch of pictures with hollow commentary. If you want pictures to gawk at well there you go this book is perfect for you. If you're getting this book because you want to know more about Dita von Teese well it's pretty vacuous so are Dita's live perfomances.
In Pursuit of Perfection, 21 Jun 2008
Having read Hell's Kitchen I now feel that I understand Gordon Ramsay's personality a little better. His fanatical pursuit of perfection seems to be as a result of his difficult childhood. However I wonder if his constant use of the f word is entirely necessary as all it really shows is lack of vocabulary. This makes me feel that maybe nowadays he continues to use it for effect in print and on the small screen.
He is obviously very passionate about his restaurants and the meals they produce. He admits that the UK is still a long way behind the rest of Europe in terms of decent places to eat outside the big cities, a depressing but true fact. He hopes that things will improve slowly and that he has a part to play in improving the future eating habits of the British.
An enlightening read if you are interested in learning about how Gordon Ramsey came to be the man he is today, a successful chef and businessman.
A very much straight to the point story, 18 Jun 2008
This book was bought as a Fathers Day gift, it was a complete surprise and not a book I would have bought for myself. Wow what a surprise, many aspects of Gordon Ramsey's life really have been quite harrowing, but his drive and motivation is what really did it for me. The amount of training he put himself through starting again and again from the bottom and working his way up, if anyone deserves to be where they are today then he does. A good read.
what a refreshing change!, 11 Jun 2008
This is a brilliant book! Ramsay writes from the heart! His genuineness makes a refreshing change. How wonderful for an englishman to show his feelings. If you think that you're not interested in the life of a celebrity chef then think again! I don't think it would have mattered what profession ramsey went into he was driven and still is. He's been bullied by his father, marco pierre White and others who are named in the book, but his drive and sheer hard work have got him through.He's also sarcastic and witty and says exactly what he thinks of people, and why not i say?! To hell with political correctness, he's written an honest account about his life and his feelings good or bad. There are some sad bits in the book about his feelings towards his father and his brothers drug addiction, so you do see a sensitive side too. He's an extremely emotional guy and it clearly manifests itself in his loose tongue, but underneath he's a really human, caring guy. A wonderful book that inspires.
Loved it!, 10 Jun 2008
Wow! I'm not usually a fast reader, but once I started this book I really couldn't put it down and ended up reading it all in one day. I've always admired Gordon Ramsay, his obvious commitment and dedication, but I think I can now appreciate how hard he has worked in order to get where he is.
`Humble Pie' goes into some detail about his childhood and relationship with his Father; his short career in football; his relationship with his brother, who is a heroin addict; his early days as a commi in France and in Marco Pierre White's kitchen and how he has developed his current restaurants and nurtured the careers of other young chefs.
This was a great book and (if it was written by a ghost writer) it really captures his distinctive voice, i.e. expect swearing. I can't recommend this highly enough and the bits of the book where Marco Pierre White appears, a bit like a pantomime villain are especially good.
Review. Done. Enjoy
What a corker of a book!, 24 Apr 2008
What a brilliant book, I was sad when it came to an end, I just wanted to keep on reading. I really liked Gordon Ramsey before I read the book, now I love him. He is a man with passion and standards, yes he has a firey way of putting this across but it gets the job done and I say full respect to him and the things he has achieved. He could have let his childhood experiences ruin his life but he didn't used it as his driving force and you have to respect him for that. A must read for anyone and a big good on you Gordon.........
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So moving, 06 Oct 2008
As an admirer of Philip Norman's brilliant Beatles' book, Shout, I couldn't wait to get my hands on this and I have not been disappointed. This portrait of John moved me to tears. It made me see in a way no book has ever done before just how much the tragedies of his childhood affected his later life. I can't believe Yoko thinks this book has been "mean" to John. He emerges from it not just as a genius but a great - and real - human being.
Brilliant!, 05 Oct 2008
This has to be the best book about John Lennon ever written. I got hold of it late last week, and even though it's 800+ pages long I finished it in three days. Couldn't put it down.
Some of the best parts are about John's early childhood, his mother, Julia, and his famous Aunt Mimi, who brought him up. No wonder he was such a complicated human being when he had such a difficult childhood, and suffered so many losses early in life.
Philip Norman also reveals John's jealousy of Paul McCartney, and has someohow managed to get Yoko Ono to talk to him about their life together - quite a feat in itself.
Altogether, a great read, and a must-have for any self-respecting Beatles fan.
Very disappointing, 01 Oct 2008
I have been looking forward to the release of this book for several months and after spending all day reading it I am incredibly disappointed. There is very little, if any, information that will be new to anyone unless this is their very first Beatles/Lennon book. It's as if Norman simply bought all the currently available books (Goldman, Davies, Coleman) and wrote his own version using them as a reference. You would think at 850 pages there would be something new but there isn't. Perhaps this is why the typeset is so large and the margins on each page are so big.
Probably the biggest disappointment is the cursory treatment given to Lennons last 5 years, we learn absolutely nothing that isn't in other books.
Perhaps the most amusing line in this sorry peice of hack journalism is when Norman calls Albert Goldman "risibly ignorant" when a good 50 percent of the information in his book was in Goldmans book 20 years ago.
I would advise skimming through this book in the bookshop before you contemplate shelling out.
Fingers crossed for Mark Lewisohns forthcoming three volume biography of the Beatles.
Fabulous!, 02 Oct 2008
What a read! Craig is as honest and straightforward as you'd expect and so open about his life. His no holds barred style really takes you through the highs and lows, the laughter and the tears. It's a must-read for Strictly fans. I couldn't put it down.
Not bad, 01 Oct 2008
I found it interesting to discover what qualifies Craig to judge dancers, and his credentials hold up. I also enjoyed reading about his journey from Aus to a hugely popular BBC show. I did find the book a little rushed at the end, but I still enjoyed learning about him. I think it could have gone deeper though. It's more a 'coffee table' book than many other biographies I have read.
YAWN! Dull Dull Read, 30 Sep 2008
Not sure what the other people were reading but in my opinion this is a dull read merely for the people who laugh and titter at his feeble put downs on a dancing game show. Yes, wehave all the backstage glitter (if you can call it that) here and also his background, love life (painfully boring) but mostly it reads as someone who believes that are a star but are not merely a judge on a gameshow.
A-MA-ZING!, 14 Sep 2008
All Balls and Glitter was a sensational read - I could'nt put it down.
What ever you thought of Craig from Strictly (acid tongued and critical) certainly portrays himself in a very different light and openly exposes his secret past. He takes us back to his childhood of rural Australia and his desperate actions to get him out of a miserable childhood. Taking the reader on a wonderful and colorful journey to how Craig became the judge we all love to hate.
It has gossip, truth, scandal, sex and love everything you want in a good Barbara Cartland !! But this is Craigs real life and is no fictional story ! A wonderful addictive read.
It appeals to everybody, and highly recommend this book its certainly not DULL DULL DULL !!
Fabulous Darling................, 05 Sep 2008
Got this yesterday and have just finished - really good read!
Not all about Strictly as there is so much more to Craig than that - but enough Strictly for the fan.
What a life this man has had - I'm not going to include spoilers in this review you will have to read it for yourself - but its a page turner that is for sure!
Nice glittery bits on the cover :)
great idea, 03 Jun 2008
I think this book was written by Simon's brother which was a great idea as it means he has all the details of their childhood - which reads like something out of a film! You can see why Simon was so steeped in the entertainment business as a boy, having met so many big stars. Only bad thing about this book is that it's now out of date - a new version with the X-Factor and Britain's Got Talent is overdue.
Okay read for the price paid?, 04 May 2008
I bought this book 2 weeks ago on a whim.... and to be honest I was slightly disappointed.
Why?
Well,its my own fault really as I didn't actually look to see when this book first came out and with it saying fully updated I assumed it would be up to the present day.Duh!!!
Anyway,I digress,it ends where Michelle McManus won Pop Idol so its quite old but even so,I would have liked more spice and juicy insider gossip to what it actually contains.I'm sure there was a lot more he could have told us about Westlife,Louis Walsh, Randy Jackson and Paul Abdul,Simon seems to be mincing his words for once!
Anyway,for the price I paid [which wasn't much],it wasn't a bad read and it did pass a few hours.
PS Simon,your predictions about which famous couple would stay together weren't very good where they???
Why on earth would you buy this?, 01 May 2008
Why on earth would anyone want to read a book about Simon Cowell? The man has no personality and every page is full of dribble. The man knows how to make money from other people's talent and how to be nasty simply because he is so damn miserable and has nothing nice to say about anything. Entertaining on screen perhaps but for only so long and this book is just boring.
I've read Gordon Ramsey's books but Gordon's an achiever in comparison and doesn't have his head up his own arse. Sorry, not a book worth reading I'm afraid. I borrowed it from a friend as I would not spend money on his book. I don't support Cowell, I'm not a fan and would never want to be him, even with all the money he has in the bank. I don't think he is even happy being him. Those expensive cars he drives at night with the roof down and lights on (inside the car!) just so everyone can see his face just confirms the fact Cowell is all about EGO and nothing else. That's why he can only write abook about himself. As boring as he is. Maybe something he can read at night. As for the gneral public.... don't bother. Winge... winge... winge.
He Based His Act on Garry Bushell, 08 Apr 2008
A brilliant book that tells the story of X Factor guru Simon Cowell - the man who made Robson & Jerome.
The biog contains plenty of exclusives and my only `sadness` is that Simon doesnt pay tribute to Garry Bushell and admit that he based his Mr Nasty act on TV pundit Gal Bushell or admit that Britain Has Got Talent is based on Bushells TV show `Big Night Out`.
Please can you change this in the reprint Simon?
In fact Bushell and Cowell have a lot in common.
Simon discovered Paul Potts.
And Garry discoverd Frankie Flame...and both taught Piers Morgan all he knows.
Garry Bushell was his mentor at The Sun and Simon his mentor on TV.
A great book that is on a par with Bushell On The Box by Garry Johnson.
Just annoying and boring, 13 Nov 2007
I am a fan of Mr. Cowell as I think he is a good businessman and watching him as a judge (fighting with Mr. Walsh) is good fun.
I don't mean to be rude BUT he is the worst author ever. I was really looking forward to reading his book but after 10 pages I felt in throe. He describes his life in a really annoying way, all the time emphasising that he is a womanizer, he is the only one who has knowledge in this business and of course he is the greatest man ever.
Sorry but the book is just boring. He shouldn't have written it as the mystery about his person is now gone.
But I will still adore him as a judge.
Burlesque and the Art of the Teese / Fetish and the Art of the Teese , 11 Oct 2008
'Burlesque and the Art of the Teese / Fetish and the Art of the Teese' is a stunning look at the history of both Burlesque and Fetish from the point of view of one of the most famous models and Burlesque dancers of today, Dita Von Teese. It has stunning imagery and is well presented, without being lascivious or in poor taste. This book is class all the way. The various sections focusing on the history of both arts are fascinating, with information you would never have considered and you can tell Dita is both knowledgeable and passionate about her art. If you're a fan of Dita or just interested in Burlesque or Fetish then this is an excellent place to go, and though slightly unorthodox, this would make a wonderful coffee table book.
Stunning and Beautiful, 18 Jan 2008
I couldn't wait to get my hands on this book when it came out and it's only now that I am writing my own review.
I love every page of this book and recently I went to her only british book signing at Waterstones and I could not decide which page I wanted her to sign! (She is even more beautiful and amazing in person!!!) Buy it and then treasure this book forever, if you love Dita, Burlesque, old movie star glamour, lingerie....anything girly!
Stunning photography if a little sparse, 12 Jan 2008
I adore Dita, I'd love to kidnap her and keep her under my bed but alas it is not to be.
I loved that this book came in two parts, the front has dita in softer, artistic glamour poses, and the back more fetish and burlesque glamour. The book is a little basic, with bullet points which does give off a little "dummies guide" kind of feel...but over all its worth the money.
lovely, 01 Nov 2007
A great book, beautiful photographs and a real inspiration. Well worth having. Dita is a real officianado of everything glamourous and i really enjoy looking through this book whenever i need a boost of self belief and confidence to really express myself. vive le nouveux burlesque revolution!
Overpriced , Overrated and the same goes for the book as well, 29 Sep 2007
Overpriced calendar. I love burlesque , which can be witty , alluring , sexy and creative. This is a bunch of pictures with hollow commentary. If you want pictures to gawk at well there you go this book is perfect for you. If you're getting this book because you want to know more about Dita von Teese well it's pretty vacuous so are Dita's live perfomances.
In Pursuit of Perfection, 21 Jun 2008
Having read Hell's Kitchen I now feel that I understand Gordon Ramsay's personality a little better. His fanatical pursuit of perfection seems to be as a result of his difficult childhood. However I wonder if his constant use of the f word is entirely necessary as all it really shows is lack of vocabulary. This makes me feel that maybe nowadays he continues to use it for effect in print and on the small screen.
He is obviously very passionate about his restaurants and the meals they produce. He admits that the UK is still a long way behind the rest of Europe in terms of decent places to eat outside the big cities, a depressing but true fact. He hopes that things will improve slowly and that he has a part to play in improving the future eating habits of the British.
An enlightening read if you are interested in learning about how Gordon Ramsey came to be the man he is today, a successful chef and businessman.
A very much straight to the point story, 18 Jun 2008
This book was bought as a Fathers Day gift, it was a complete surprise and not a book I would have bought for myself. Wow what a surprise, many aspects of Gordon Ramsey's life really have been quite harrowing, but his drive and motivation is what really did it for me. The amount of training he put himself through starting again and again from the bottom and working his way up, if anyone deserves to be where they are today then he does. A good read.
what a refreshing change!, 11 Jun 2008
This is a brilliant book! Ramsay writes from the heart! His genuineness makes a refreshing change. How wonderful for an englishman to show his feelings. If you think that you're not interested in the life of a celebrity chef then think again! I don't think it would have mattered what profession ramsey went into he was driven and still is. He's been bullied by his father, marco pierre White and others who are named in the book, but his drive and sheer hard work have got him through.He's also sarcastic and witty and says exactly what he thinks of people, and why not i say?! To hell with political correctness, he's written an honest account about his life and his feelings good or bad. There are some sad bits in the book about his feelings towards his father and his brothers drug addiction, so you do see a sensitive side too. He's an extremely emotional guy and it clearly manifests itself in his loose tongue, but underneath he's a really human, caring guy. A wonderful book that inspires.
Loved it!, 10 Jun 2008
Wow! I'm not usually a fast reader, but once I started this book I really couldn't put it down and ended up reading it all in one day. I've always admired Gordon Ramsay, his obvious commitment and dedication, but I think I can now appreciate how hard he has worked in order to get where he is.
`Humble Pie' goes into some detail about his childhood and relationship with his Father; his short career in football; his relationship with his brother, who is a heroin addict; his early days as a commi in France and in Marco Pierre White's kitchen and how he has developed his current restaurants and nurtured the careers of other young chefs.
This was a great book and (if it was written by a ghost writer) it really captures his distinctive voice, i.e. expect swearing. I can't recommend this highly enough and the bits of the book where Marco Pierre White appears, a bit like a pantomime villain are especially good.
Review. Done. Enjoy
What a corker of a book!, 24 Apr 2008
What a brilliant book, I was sad when it came to an end, I just wanted to keep on reading. I really liked Gordon Ramsey before I read the book, now I love him. He is a man with passion and standards, yes he has a firey way of putting this across but it gets the job done and I say full respect to him and the things he has achieved. He could have let his childhood experiences ruin his life but he didn't used it as his driving force and you have to respect him for that. A must read for anyone and a big good on you Gordon.........
John = fantastic fantastic fantastic, 24 Sep 2008
A wonderful personal read, you feel as though you are hearing from the guy himself his life experiences. Very inspirational, he makes you think indirectly about your own life...he makes you question if you can do more to be happy and really go after your dreams. I found that this book was more influential and inspiring than some of those book written solely for that purpose.
All together a lovely fun read just like the man himself.. Thanks for sharing these stories with us John.. xxxx
I loved it, 05 Aug 2008
If you've ever seen any of John Barrowman's interviews or show appearances you know he's a funny guy. He's charming, witty, naughty and doesn't censor himself.
That's the same thing that can be said about this book. John openly talks about his life, and does so in typical Barrowman fashion (watch those footnotes, they're extra hilarious!).
The book is great fun, and as a fan I wasn't disappointed.
Superb..., 30 Jun 2008
As a fan of all John's work, from stage to screen, it was wonderful to finally have all the inside information of who he is and where he has been.
I'm not a big reader of books, but I bought Anything Goes and once i'd picked it up i didn't stop. I'd read the entire thing in only a few hours, and have read it again since.
It is highly entertaining, very funny, hugely touching and wonderfully honest. A brilliant story, wonderfully told.
Self praise is no praise!, 28 Jun 2008
Self confidence is a good attribute to have but endless pages of John telling us how beautiful, talented and good looking he is became a bit tiresome. This wasn't a memoir and I didn't see the humour that others have commented on - the best person to read this book will be John himself as he can then massage his ego even further! Not endearing, very shallow, annoying footnotes on every page and not even well written. Needless to say I gave up before the end.
Anything Goes, and much more, 21 Jun 2008
Funny, touching, naughty and nice. A frank and compeling read. Had trouble putting it down. Inspiring and enticing
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So moving, 06 Oct 2008
As an admirer of Philip Norman's brilliant Beatles' book, Shout, I couldn't wait to get my hands on this and I have not been disappointed. This portrait of John moved me to tears. It made me see in a way no book has ever done before just how much the tragedies of his childhood affected his later life. I can't believe Yoko thinks this book has been "mean" to John. He emerges from it not just as a genius but a great - and real - human being.
Brilliant!, 05 Oct 2008
This has to be the best book about John Lennon ever written. I got hold of it late last week, and even though it's 800+ pages long I finished it in three days. Couldn't put it down.
Some of the best parts are about John's early childhood, his mother, Julia, and his famous Aunt Mimi, who brought him up. No wonder he was such a complicated human being when he had such a difficult childhood, and suffered so many losses early in life.
Philip Norman also reveals John's jealousy of Paul McCartney, and has someohow managed to get Yoko Ono to talk to him about their life together - quite a feat in itself.
Altogether, a great read, and a must-have for any self-respecting Beatles fan.
Very disappointing, 01 Oct 2008
I have been looking forward to the release of this book for several months and after spending all day reading it I am incredibly disappointed. There is very little, if any, information that will be new to anyone unless this is their very first Beatles/Lennon book. It's as if Norman simply bought all the currently available books (Goldman, Davies, Coleman) and wrote his own version using them as a reference. You would think at 850 pages there would be something new but there isn't. Perhaps this is why the typeset is so large and the margins on each page are so big.
Probably the biggest disappointment is the cursory treatment given to Lennons last 5 years, we learn absolutely nothing that isn't in other books.
Perhaps the most amusing line in this sorry peice of hack journalism is when Norman calls Albert Goldman "risibly ignorant" when a good 50 percent of the information in his book was in Goldmans book 20 years ago.
I would advise skimming through this book in the bookshop before you contemplate shelling out.
Fingers crossed for Mark Lewisohns forthcoming three volume biography of the Beatles.
Fabulous!, 02 Oct 2008
What a read! Craig is as honest and straightforward as you'd expect and so open about his life. His no holds barred style really takes you through the highs and lows, the laughter and the tears. It's a must-read for Strictly fans. I couldn't put it down.
Not bad, 01 Oct 2008
I found it interesting to discover what qualifies Craig to judge dancers, and his credentials hold up. I also enjoyed reading about his journey from Aus to a hugely popular BBC show. I did find the book a little rushed at the end, but I still enjoyed learning about him. I think it could have gone deeper though. It's more a 'coffee table' book than many other biographies I have read.
YAWN! Dull Dull Read, 30 Sep 2008
Not sure what the other people were reading but in my opinion this is a dull read merely for the people who laugh and titter at his feeble put downs on a dancing game show. Yes, wehave all the backstage glitter (if you can call it that) here and also his background, love life (painfully boring) but mostly it reads as someone who believes that are a star but are not merely a judge on a gameshow.
A-MA-ZING!, 14 Sep 2008
All Balls and Glitter was a sensational read - I could'nt put it down.
What ever you thought of Craig from Strictly (acid tongued and critical) certainly portrays himself in a very different light and openly exposes his secret past. He takes us back to his childhood of rural Australia and his desperate actions to get him out of a miserable childhood. Taking the reader on a wonderful and colorful journey to how Craig became the judge we all love to hate.
It has gossip, truth, scandal, sex and love everything you want in a good Barbara Cartland !! But this is Craigs real life and is no fictional story ! A wonderful addictive read.
It appeals to everybody, and highly recommend this book its certainly not DULL DULL DULL !!
Fabulous Darling................, 05 Sep 2008
Got this yesterday and have just finished - really good read!
Not all about Strictly as there is so much more to Craig than that - but enough Strictly for the fan.
What a life this man has had - I'm not going to include spoilers in this review you will have to read it for yourself - but its a page turner that is for sure!
Nice glittery bits on the cover :)
great idea, 03 Jun 2008
I think this book was written by Simon's brother which was a great idea as it means he has all the details of their childhood - which reads like something out of a film! You can see why Simon was so steeped in the entertainment business as a boy, having met so many big stars. Only bad thing about this book is that it's now out of date - a new version with the X-Factor and Britain's Got Talent is overdue.
Okay read for the price paid?, 04 May 2008
I bought this book 2 weeks ago on a whim.... and to be honest I was slightly disappointed.
Why?
Well,its my own fault really as I didn't actually look to see when this book first came out and with it saying fully updated I assumed it would be up to the present day.Duh!!!
Anyway,I digress,it ends where Michelle McManus won Pop Idol so its quite old but even so,I would have liked more spice and juicy insider gossip to what it actually contains.I'm sure there was a lot more he could have told us about Westlife,Louis Walsh, Randy Jackson and Paul Abdul,Simon seems to be mincing his words for once!
Anyway,for the price I paid [which wasn't much],it wasn't a bad read and it did pass a few hours.
PS Simon,your predictions about which famous couple would stay together weren't very good where they???
Why on earth would you buy this?, 01 May 2008
Why on earth would anyone want to read a book about Simon Cowell? The man has no personality and every page is full of dribble. The man knows how to make money from other people's talent and how to be nasty simply because he is so damn miserable and has nothing nice to say about anything. Entertaining on screen perhaps but for only so long and this book is just boring.
I've read Gordon Ramsey's books but Gordon's an achiever in comparison and doesn't have his head up his own arse. Sorry, not a book worth reading I'm afraid. I borrowed it from a friend as I would not spend money on his book. I don't support Cowell, I'm not a fan and would never want to be him, even with all the money he has in the bank. I don't think he is even happy being him. Those expensive cars he drives at night with the roof down and lights on (inside the car!) just so everyone can see his face just confirms the fact Cowell is all about EGO and nothing else. That's why he can only write abook about himself. As boring as he is. Maybe something he can read at night. As for the gneral public.... don't bother. Winge... winge... winge.
He Based His Act on Garry Bushell, 08 Apr 2008
A brilliant book that tells the story of X Factor guru Simon Cowell - the man who made Robson & Jerome.
The biog contains plenty of exclusives and my only `sadness` is that Simon doesnt pay tribute to Garry Bushell and admit that he based his Mr Nasty act on TV pundit Gal Bushell or admit that Britain Has Got Talent is based on Bushells TV show `Big Night Out`.
Please can you change this in the reprint Simon?
In fact Bushell and Cowell have a lot in common.
Simon discovered Paul Potts.
And Garry discoverd Frankie Flame...and both taught Piers Morgan all he knows.
Garry Bushell was his mentor at The Sun and Simon his mentor on TV.
A great book that is on a par with Bushell On The Box by Garry Johnson.
Just annoying and boring, 13 Nov 2007
I am a fan of Mr. Cowell as I think he is a good businessman and watching him as a judge (fighting with Mr. Walsh) is good fun.
I don't mean to be rude BUT he is the worst author ever. I was really looking forward to reading his book but after 10 pages I felt in throe. He describes his life in a really annoying way, all the time emphasising that he is a womanizer, he is the only one who has knowledge in this business and of course he is the greatest man ever.
Sorry but the book is just boring. He shouldn't have written it as the mystery about his person is now gone.
But I will still adore him as a judge.
Burlesque and the Art of the Teese / Fetish and the Art of the Teese , 11 Oct 2008
'Burlesque and the Art of the Teese / Fetish and the Art of the Teese' is a stunning look at the history of both Burlesque and Fetish from the point of view of one of the most famous models and Burlesque dancers of today, Dita Von Teese. It has stunning imagery and is well presented, without being lascivious or in poor taste. This book is class all the way. The various sections focusing on the history of both arts are fascinating, with information you would never have considered and you can tell Dita is both knowledgeable and passionate about her art. If you're a fan of Dita or just interested in Burlesque or Fetish then this is an excellent place to go, and though slightly unorthodox, this would make a wonderful coffee table book.
Stunning and Beautiful, 18 Jan 2008
I couldn't wait to get my hands on this book when it came out and it's only now that I am writing my own review.
I love every page of this book and recently I went to her only british book signing at Waterstones and I could not decide which page I wanted her to sign! (She is even more beautiful and amazing in person!!!) Buy it and then treasure this book forever, if you love Dita, Burlesque, old movie star glamour, lingerie....anything girly!
Stunning photography if a little sparse, 12 Jan 2008
I adore Dita, I'd love to kidnap her and keep her under my bed but alas it is not to be.
I loved that this book came in two parts, the front has dita in softer, artistic glamour poses, and the back more fetish and burlesque glamour. The book is a little basic, with bullet points which does give off a little "dummies guide" kind of feel...but over all its worth the money.
lovely, 01 Nov 2007
A great book, beautiful photographs and a real inspiration. Well worth having. Dita is a real officianado of everything glamourous and i really enjoy looking through this book whenever i need a boost of self belief and confidence to really express myself. vive le nouveux burlesque revolution!
Overpriced , Overrated and the same goes for the book as well, 29 Sep 2007
Overpriced calendar. I love burlesque , which can be witty , alluring , sexy and creative. This is a bunch of pictures with hollow commentary. If you want pictures to gawk at well there you go this book is perfect for you. If you're getting this book because you want to know more about Dita von Teese well it's pretty vacuous so are Dita's live perfomances.
In Pursuit of Perfection, 21 Jun 2008
Having read Hell's Kitchen I now feel that I understand Gordon Ramsay's personality a little better. His fanatical pursuit of perfection seems to be as a result of his difficult childhood. However I wonder if his constant use of the f word is entirely necessary as all it really shows is lack of vocabulary. This makes me feel that maybe nowadays he continues to use it for effect in print and on the small screen.
He is obviously very passionate about his restaurants and the meals they produce. He admits that the UK is still a long way behind the rest of Europe in terms of decent places to eat outside the big cities, a depressing but true fact. He hopes that things will improve slowly and that he has a part to play in improving the future eating habits of the British.
An enlightening read if you are interested in learning about how Gordon Ramsey came to be the man he is today, a successful chef and businessman.
A very much straight to the point story, 18 Jun 2008
This book was bought as a Fathers Day gift, it was a complete surprise and not a book I would have bought for myself. Wow what a surprise, many aspects of Gordon Ramsey's life really have been quite harrowing, but his drive and motivation is what really did it for me. The amount of training he put himself through starting again and again from the bottom and working his way up, if anyone deserves to be where they are today then he does. A good read.
what a refreshing change!, 11 Jun 2008
This is a brilliant book! Ramsay writes from the heart! His genuineness makes a refreshing change. How wonderful for an englishman to show his feelings. If you think that you're not interested in the life of a celebrity chef then think again! I don't think it would have mattered what profession ramsey went into he was driven and still is. He's been bullied by his father, marco pierre White and others who are named in the book, but his drive and sheer hard work have got him through.He's also sarcastic and witty and says exactly what he thinks of people, and why not i say?! To hell with political correctness, he's written an honest account about his life and his feelings good or bad. There are some sad bits in the book about his feelings towards his father and his brothers drug addiction, so you do see a sensitive side too. He's an extremely emotional guy and it clearly manifests itself in his loose tongue, but underneath he's a really human, caring guy. A wonderful book that inspires.
Loved it!, 10 Jun 2008
Wow! I'm not usually a fast reader, but once I started this book I really couldn't put it down and ended up reading it all in one day. I've always admired Gordon Ramsay, his obvious commitment and dedication, but I think I can now appreciate how hard he has worked in order to get where he is.
`Humble Pie' goes into some detail about his childhood and relationship with his Father; his short career in football; his relationship with his brother, who is a heroin addict; his early days as a commi in France and in Marco Pierre White's kitchen and how he has developed his current restaurants and nurtured the careers of other young chefs.
This was a great book and (if it was written by a ghost writer) it really captures his distinctive voice, i.e. expect swearing. I can't recommend this highly enough and the bits of the book where Marco Pierre White appears, a bit like a pantomime villain are especially good.
Review. Done. Enjoy
What a corker of a book!, 24 Apr 2008
What a brilliant book, I was sad when it came to an end, I just wanted to keep on reading. I really liked Gordon Ramsey before I read the book, now I love him. He is a man with passion and standards, yes he has a firey way of putting this across but it gets the job done and I say full respect to him and the things he has achieved. He could have let his childhood experiences ruin his life but he didn't used it as his driving force and you have to respect him for that. A must read for anyone and a big good on you Gordon.........
John = fantastic fantastic fantastic, 24 Sep 2008
A wonderful personal read, you feel as though you are hearing from the guy himself his life experiences. Very inspirational, he makes you think indirectly about your own life...he makes you question if you can do more to be happy and really go after your dreams. I found that this book was more influential and inspiring than some of those book written solely for that purpose.
All together a lovely fun read just like the man himself.. Thanks for sharing these stories with us John.. xxxx
I loved it, 05 Aug 2008
If you've ever seen any of John Barrowman's interviews or show appearances you know he's a funny guy. He's charming, witty, naughty and doesn't censor himself.
That's the same thing that can be said about this book. John openly talks about his life, and does so in typical Barrowman fashion (watch those footnotes, they're extra hilarious!).
The book is great fun, and as a fan I wasn't disappointed.
Superb..., 30 Jun 2008
As a fan of all John's work, from stage to screen, it was wonderful to finally have all the inside information of who he is and where he has been.
I'm not a big reader of books, but I bought Anything Goes and once i'd picked it up i didn't stop. I'd read the entire thing in only a few hours, and have read it again since.
It is highly entertaining, very funny, hugely touching and wonderfully honest. A brilliant story, wonderfully told.
Self praise is no praise!, 28 Jun 2008
Self confidence is a good attribute to have but endless pages of John telling us how beautiful, talented and good looking he is became a bit tiresome. This wasn't a memoir and I didn't see the humour that others have commented on - the best person to read this book will be John himself as he can then massage his ego even further! Not endearing, very shallow, annoying footnotes on every page and not even well written. Needless to say I gave up before the end.
Anything Goes, and much more, 21 Jun 2008
Funny, touching, naughty and nice. A frank and compeling read. Had trouble putting it down. Inspiring and enticing
Wigan Aesthetic., 30 Jan 2008
Stuart Maconie is brighter than a button - witty, angry about things you should get angry about and is extremely articulate.
This book is a great piece of autobiography; a history of thatcher's Britain and a entertaining romp through the history of modern pop music.
Fun, funny and cleverly written with a mature writing style that makes for a fabulous read.
I can't wait to leave work so I can go home and finish this book!, 24 Jan 2008
Laugh out loud funny in parts, lump-in-the-throat touching in others this book demonstrates the difference between a music lover and someone whose whole being is consumed with obsessive need for music (in a good way). It's made me go and look up some of the tracks I'm not familiar with and wonder how I've managed to escape them for so long. It's so easy to read, and Stuart comes across as a very genuine, likeable person whose passion for music is infectious. It's great for north west nostalgia, but I'm sure there's something for everyone in here.
Laugh Till My Parker Hood Split, 12 Dec 2007
If you don't love this book then you probably weren't born between, say, 1965 and 1980. Anybody who falls within that span (and who doesn't have a complete aversion to popular music) will find this book very, very funny. The book is worth the money for the Peter Hook anecdote alone while the author's description the confusion he felt on first setting eyes upon the Happy Mondays ("part Mujahedddin, part Mountain Rescue") is only one of ,amy favourite excellent one-liners.
To See How Men are..., 14 Jul 2007
A really great read for anyone, who like me is grazing 40 and loves music and the indie scene in particular. Stuart's style is witty and entertaining not deep and self revealing as other memoirs are but that is easily overcome by the depth of detail about the music which is the focus of the book.
It was a great joy for me reading this on holiday in the sunshine but being transported in imagination to the Wigan Casino and great gigs in Manchester etc. Seeing the rise of the Factory records and The Smiths through the eyes of someone who was there is a true joy.
I can't help but give it 5 stars.
3rd time reading and its still great, 29 Jun 2007
I have just completed my 3rd reading of this book. Its like an old friend, and it doesnt fail to disappoint. Witty and erudite, Maconie travels well from radio to novel form, recalling many places I know well myself (being a local lad) and many stages of life music fans go through as I too know well, in as entertaining and joyous a way as any autobiog on the subject can. Of its kind, it is fantastic and the best.
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Customer Reviews
So moving, 06 Oct 2008
As an admirer of Philip Norman's brilliant Beatles' book, Shout, I couldn't wait to get my hands on this and I have not been disappointed. This portrait of John moved me to tears. It made me see in a way no book has ever done before just how much the tragedies of his childhood affected his later life. I can't believe Yoko thinks this book has been "mean" to John. He emerges from it not just as a genius but a great - and real - human being.
Brilliant!, 05 Oct 2008
This has to be the best book about John Lennon ever written. I got hold of it late last week, and even though it's 800+ pages long I finished it in three days. Couldn't put it down.
Some of the best parts are about John's early childhood, his mother, Julia, and his famous Aunt Mimi, who brought him up. No wonder he was such a complicated human being when he had such a difficult childhood, and suffered so many losses early in life.
Philip Norman also reveals John's jealousy of Paul McCartney, and has someohow managed to get Yoko Ono to talk to him about their life together - quite a feat in itself.
Altogether, a great read, and a must-have for any self-respecting Beatles fan.
Very disappointing, 01 Oct 2008
I have been looking forward to the release of this book for several months and after spending all day reading it I am incredibly disappointed. There is very little, if any, information that will be new to anyone unless this is their very first Beatles/Lennon book. It's as if Norman simply bought all the currently available books (Goldman, Davies, Coleman) and wrote his own version using them as a reference. You would think at 850 pages there would be something new but there isn't. Perhaps this is why the typeset is so large and the margins on each page are so big.
Probably the biggest disappointment is the cursory treatment given to Lennons last 5 years, we learn absolutely nothing that isn't in other books.
Perhaps the most amusing line in this sorry peice of hack journalism is when Norman calls Albert Goldman "risibly ignorant" when a good 50 percent of the information in his book was in Goldmans book 20 years ago.
I would advise skimming through this book in the bookshop before you contemplate shelling out.
Fingers crossed for Mark Lewisohns forthcoming three volume biography of the Beatles.
Fabulous!, 02 Oct 2008
What a read! Craig is as honest and straightforward as you'd expect and so open about his life. His no holds barred style really takes you through the highs and lows, the laughter and the tears. It's a must-read for Strictly fans. I couldn't put it down.
Not bad, 01 Oct 2008
I found it interesting to discover what qualifies Craig to judge dancers, and his credentials hold up. I also enjoyed reading about his journey from Aus to a hugely popular BBC show. I did find the book a little rushed at the end, but I still enjoyed learning about him. I think it could have gone deeper though. It's more a 'coffee table' book than many other biographies I have read.
YAWN! Dull Dull Read, 30 Sep 2008
Not sure what the other people were reading but in my opinion this is a dull read merely for the people who laugh and titter at his feeble put downs on a dancing game show. Yes, wehave all the backstage glitter (if you can call it that) here and also his background, love life (painfully boring) but mostly it reads as someone who believes that are a star but are not merely a judge on a gameshow.
A-MA-ZING!, 14 Sep 2008
All Balls and Glitter was a sensational read - I could'nt put it down.
What ever you thought of Craig from Strictly (acid tongued and critical) certainly portrays himself in a very different light and openly exposes his secret past. He takes us back to his childhood of rural Australia and his desperate actions to get him out of a miserable childhood. Taking the reader on a wonderful and colorful journey to how Craig became the judge we all love to hate.
It has gossip, truth, scandal, sex and love everything you want in a good Barbara Cartland !! But this is Craigs real life and is no fictional story ! A wonderful addictive read.
It appeals to everybody, and highly recommend this book its certainly not DULL DULL DULL !!
Fabulous Darling................, 05 Sep 2008
Got this yesterday and have just finished - really good read!
Not all about Strictly as there is so much more to Craig than that - but enough Strictly for the fan.
What a life this man has had - I'm not going to include spoilers in this review you will have to read it for yourself - but its a page turner that is for sure!
Nice glittery bits on the cover :)
great idea, 03 Jun 2008
I think this book was written by Simon's brother which was a great idea as it means he has all the details of their childhood - which reads like something out of a film! You can see why Simon was so steeped in the entertainment business as a boy, having met so many big stars. Only bad thing about this book is that it's now out of date - a new version with the X-Factor and Britain's Got Talent is overdue.
Okay read for the price paid?, 04 May 2008
I bought this book 2 weeks ago on a whim.... and to be honest I was slightly disappointed.
Why?
Well,its my own fault really as I didn't actually look to see when this book first came out and with it saying fully updated I assumed it would be up to the present day.Duh!!!
Anyway,I digress,it ends where Michelle McManus won Pop Idol so its quite old but even so,I would have liked more spice and juicy insider gossip to what it actually contains.I'm sure there was a lot more he could have told us about Westlife,Louis Walsh, Randy Jackson and Paul Abdul,Simon seems to be mincing his words for once!
Anyway,for the price I paid [which wasn't much],it wasn't a bad read and it did pass a few hours.
PS Simon,your predictions about which famous couple would stay together weren't very good where they???
Why on earth would you buy this?, 01 May 2008
Why on earth would anyone want to read a book about Simon Cowell? The man has no personality and every page is full of dribble. The man knows how to make money from other people's talent and how to be nasty simply because he is so damn miserable and has nothing nice to say about anything. Entertaining on screen perhaps but for only so long and this book is just boring.
I've read Gordon Ramsey's books but Gordon's an achiever in comparison and doesn't have his head up his own arse. Sorry, not a book worth reading I'm afraid. I borrowed it from a friend as I would not spend money on his book. I don't support Cowell, I'm not a fan and would never want to be him, even with all the money he has in the bank. I don't think he is even happy being him. Those expensive cars he drives at night with the roof down and lights on (inside the car!) just so everyone can see his face just confirms the fact Cowell is all about EGO and nothing else. That's why he can only write abook about himself. As boring as he is. Maybe something he can read at night. As for the gneral public.... don't bother. Winge... winge... winge.
He Based His Act on Garry Bushell, 08 Apr 2008
A brilliant book that tells the story of X Factor guru Simon Cowell - the man who made Robson & Jerome.
The biog contains plenty of exclusives and my only `sadness` is that Simon doesnt pay tribute to Garry Bushell and admit that he based his Mr Nasty act on TV pundit Gal Bushell or admit that Britain Has Got Talent is based on Bushells TV show `Big Night Out`.
Please can you change this in the reprint Simon?
In fact Bushell and Cowell have a lot in common.
Simon discovered Paul Potts.
And Garry discoverd Frankie Flame...and both taught Piers Morgan all he knows.
Garry Bushell was his mentor at The Sun and Simon his mentor on TV.
A great book that is on a par with Bushell On The Box by Garry Johnson.
Just annoying and boring, 13 Nov 2007
I am a fan of Mr. Cowell as I think he is a good businessman and watching him as a judge (fighting with Mr. Walsh) is good fun.
I don't mean to be rude BUT he is the worst author ever. I was really looking forward to reading his book but after 10 pages I felt in throe. He describes his life in a really annoying way, all the time emphasising that he is a womanizer, he is the only one who has knowledge in this business and of course he is the greatest man ever.
Sorry but the book is just boring. He shouldn't have written it as the mystery about his person is now gone.
But I will still adore him as a judge.
Burlesque and the Art of the Teese / Fetish and the Art of the Teese , 11 Oct 2008
'Burlesque and the Art of the Teese / Fetish and the Art of the Teese' is a stunning look at the history of both Burlesque and Fetish from the point of view of one of the most famous models and Burlesque dancers of today, Dita Von Teese. It has stunning imagery and is well presented, without being lascivious or in poor taste. This book is class all the way. The various sections focusing on the history of both arts are fascinating, with information you would never have considered and you can tell Dita is both knowledgeable and passionate about her art. If you're a fan of Dita or just interested in Burlesque or Fetish then this is an excellent place to go, and though slightly unorthodox, this would make a wonderful coffee table book.
Stunning and Beautiful, 18 Jan 2008
I couldn't wait to get my hands on this book when it came out and it's only now that I am writing my own review.
I love every page of this book and recently I went to her only british book signing at Waterstones and I could not decide which page I wanted her to sign! (She is even more beautiful and amazing in person!!!) Buy it and then treasure this book forever, if you love Dita, Burlesque, old movie star glamour, lingerie....anything girly!
Stunning photography if a little sparse, 12 Jan 2008
I adore Dita, I'd love to kidnap her and keep her under my bed but alas it is not to be.
I loved that this book came in two parts, the front has dita in softer, artistic glamour poses, and the back more fetish and burlesque glamour. The book is a little basic, with bullet points which does give off a little "dummies guide" kind of feel...but over all its worth the money.
lovely, 01 Nov 2007
A great book, beautiful photographs and a real inspiration. Well worth having. Dita is a real officianado of everything glamourous and i really enjoy looking through this book whenever i need a boost of self belief and confidence to really express myself. vive le nouveux burlesque revolution!
Overpriced , Overrated and the same goes for the book as well, 29 Sep 2007
Overpriced calendar. I love burlesque , which can be witty , alluring , sexy and creative. This is a bunch of pictures with hollow commentary. If you want pictures to gawk at well there you go this book is perfect for you. If you're getting this book because you want to know more about Dita von Teese well it's pretty vacuous so are Dita's live perfomances.
In Pursuit of Perfection, 21 Jun 2008
Having read Hell's Kitchen I now feel that I understand Gordon Ramsay's personality a little better. His fanatical pursuit of perfection seems to be as a result of his difficult childhood. However I wonder if his constant use of the f word is entirely necessary as all it really shows is lack of vocabulary. This makes me feel that maybe nowadays he continues to use it for effect in print and on the small screen.
He is obviously very passionate about his restaurants and the meals they produce. He admits that the UK is still a long way behind the rest of Europe in terms of decent places to eat outside the big cities, a depressing but true fact. He hopes that things will improve slowly and that he has a part to play in improving the future eating habits of the British.
An enlightening read if you are interested in learning about how Gordon Ramsey came to be the man he is today, a successful chef and businessman.
A very much straight to the point story, 18 Jun 2008
This book was bought as a Fathers Day gift, it was a complete surprise and not a book I would have bought for myself. Wow what a surprise, many aspects of Gordon Ramsey's life reall | | |