Stories I Only Tell My Friends: An Autobiography by Rob Lowe
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Summary
A wryly funny and surprisingly moving account of an extraordinary life lived almost entirely in the public eyeA teen idol at fifteen, an international icon and founder of the Brat Pack at twenty, and one of Hollywood's top stars to this day, Rob Lowe chronicles his experiences as a painfully misunderstood child actor in Ohio uprooted to the wild counterculture of mid-seventies Malibu, where he embarked on his unrelenting pursuit of a career in Hollywood. The Outsiders placed Lowe at the birth of the modern youth movement in the entertainment industry. During his time on The West Wing, he witnessed the surreal nexus of show business and politics both on the set and in the actual White House. And in between are deft and humorous stories of the wild excesses that marked the eighties, leading to his quest for family and sobriety. Never mean-spirited or salacious, Lowe delivers unexpected glimpses into his successes, disappointments, relationships, and one-of-a-kind encounters with people who shaped our world over the last twenty-five years. These stories are as entertaining as they are unforgettable.
I guess I just found him to be a more entertaining person. Is he captivating? Maybe. Is he overly focused on himself? Definitely. It would have been more enjoyable to listen to a bit more comedy, like Mike Meyers and SNL, and a little less of the "woe is me" stories about his parents' divorce and his fears. I pushed myself to finish this audiobook because I kept hoping it would get better. Unfortunately, it didn't.
I really loved reading this book and gaining a deep understanding of a famous individual who appears to have a solid grasp on life. It's great that they chose to narrate it themselves. I particularly enjoyed their vivid portrayals of the various celebrities they've encountered, along with the intriguing details of how and where these encounters took place.
This book is just alright - "People" magazine is alright for killing time at the dentist's office, and that's about how captivating this book is. I'll hold onto it and listen to it casually, like I do with podcasts, but "Bossypants" is definitely a superior choice in this genre.
The author of "Stories I Only Tell My Friends: An Autobiography" comes across as pretentious and constantly name-dropping right from the beginning. It feels like a second-rate actor trying hard to appear more important than they actually are.
He's a fantastic writer and narrator. I thoroughly enjoyed listening to the tale of his life and personal development. All of his stories resonated with me, as they were from my generation. Numerous anecdotes made me pause and reflect, thinking "I remember exactly where I was when that happened." The insider stories were captivating. I especially appreciate how he alters his voice to bring each character to life! It's inspired me to revisit all of his shows.
There were moments in the audiobook that felt a bit self-centered, but I mean, come on, it's an autobiography after all. However, I thoroughly enjoyed listening to Rob Lowe's stories. Now I have some seriously cool and obscure trivia about him that I can use to impress my buddies.
I got halfway through the book... just as things were getting interesting, he started using curse words in almost every other sentence. I kept going until he took God's name in vain, and then I quickly turned it off, hoping my family didn't hear. It's a shame that he ruined what could have been an engaging story by resorting to unnecessary vulgar language. The profanity didn't contribute anything to the overall performance.
I absolutely adored this book! It truly made me feel like I was right there in my kitchen, having a cozy chat with Rob Lowe over a cup of coffee while he shared his captivating stories. To be honest, I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed it. Although he left out a few tantalizing details, I'm eagerly anticipating a follow-up book.
Who would have thought that Rob Lowe had such writing chops? And who would have guessed that he has a knack for nailing different accents? It's safe to say that Rob Lowe's autobiography, "Stories I Only Tell My Friends," is a pleasant surprise. From the very first sentence, the audiobook hooks you and doesn't let go.
What sets this book apart from other celebrity biographies is its genuine heart and context. Lowe shares the meaningful parts of his life and skillfully weaves them together into a coherent narrative. This approach creates a much more captivating story than just a series of career highlights.
It's evident that Lowe put a lot of thought into this book before putting pen to paper. The result is truly delightful.
And just to clarify, even though Rob Lowe is an actor from my generation, I wouldn't consider myself a fan in the traditional sense. So, this review is not influenced by any previous crushes or biases.
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