Stories I Only Tell My Friends
Stories I Only Tell My Friends
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Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2011320
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
United States • 1980s
2011
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Rob Lowe's memoir, Stories I Only Tell My Friends, shares experiences from his Hollywood career, personal life, and the lessons learned along the way. He reflects on his rise to fame, relationships, and the dynamics of the entertainment industry, providing an intimate look into his journey and growth both personally and professionally.
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Rob Lowe's memoir, Stories I Only Tell My Friends, receives praise for its candid, humorous, and engaging narrative style, providing intimate glimpses into Hollywood life and Lowe's personal experiences. However, some critics note that the lack of depth in certain areas and occasional name-dropping may detract from the memoir's overall substance and sincerity.
Who Should Read Stories I Only Tell My Friends?
Fans of memoirs filled with Hollywood anecdotes and personal growth narratives, especially those who enjoyed Bossypants by Tina Fey or Just as I Am by Cicely Tyson, will find Rob Lowe's Stories I Only Tell My Friends captivating. Readers interested in the trials and triumphs of a teen idol turned mature actor will be thoroughly engaged.
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Rob Lowe shares anecdotes about his childhood in the vibrant 1960s and 70s Dayton, Ohio, where he developed his love for acting, inspired by movies and television shows of the era.
The book features entertaining behind-the-scenes glimpses of Lowe's time as a young star in the 1980s Hollywood Brat Pack, providing a firsthand account of the period's iconic entertainment scene.
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Stories I Only Tell My Friends includes Lowe's personal reflections on the lessons learned from working with industry legends like Francis Ford Coppola and what it taught him about the craft and business of acting.
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Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
United States • 1980s
2011
Adult
18+ years
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