Past Imperfect

The Autobiography

By: Joan Collins

Narrated by: Joan Collins

Length: 14 hrs and 27 mins

Publisher's summary

The autobiography of internationally renowned actress Joan Collins, brought to you in audio by none other than the star herself.

Her role as Alexis Carrington Colby in Dynasty brought her to peak stardom, a role which might have been created for the tempestuous, strong-willed, and passionate woman that she is. As might be expected, in this memoir, she tells the truth; from her romantic adventures - sometimes desirable, sometimes disastrous - with some of the most famous and interesting men in the world, to the inside story of her fascinating and erratic acting career. Joan Collins candidly divulges her past imperfect in a book that is, like herself, outspoken, witty, daring, and full of life.

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Critic reviews

“[T]his book, a sensation when it was published in England, is sheer heaven." (NY Times)

I love this book and adore Joan Collins

I so enjoyed listening to Joan’s voice and hearing her story. I love her writing style, use of words and descriptions. I did not want the book to end.
Thank you Ms. Collins
— Dr. Diann Y Smith

Amazing!

This audiobook far out performed any expectation I had. Joan Collins performance is just brilliant! What a fascinating life, and what great glimpses I got of her loves and lost. I was really sorry that it ended.

A must for any fan, or autobiography fans out there! ❤️

Joan at her best

Honest, funny with no filter. Joan delivers with her take on Hollywood, family and life.

Amazing

I loved this book her voice is incredible and her spirit is inspiring truly worth it

Fantastic

I loved every moment. Joan expertly delivers her story with humility, sincerity, humor, and passion. I didn’t want it to end.

excellence, keeps you hanging on !

exceptional book. performance beyond superior! honest, brave and witty. five stars. beginning was a little slow, being its her childhood, but quickly speeds up into a great adventure. takes you to glamorous old Hollywood, with behind the scenes realness. riveting listen.

Authentic and Interesting

We all have some level of voyeur in us and an interest in the lives and professions of others that are far removed from our own.
This memoir gives an authentic glimpse into the workings and history of an industry that I know little of but have always been interested in knowing more about. I enjoyed hearing about some of the technical aspects of the industry from Ms. Collin’s perspective.
I’ve always respected the talent of so many great actors and always understood the difference between the actors as people and their performances. It was thoroughly enjoyable.

what a class act!!!

a fascinating woman living a fascinating life. loved every minute, wish there was even more!!!

Enjoyable ..

Joan Colllins offers a peek behind the curtain of her show business life. She's experienced highs and lows, and she shares her stories.

Fun read of old Hollywood!

I loved the fact that I got to know so much about Joan Collins in her younger years because I only knew her beginning with Dynasty. The stories about old Hollywood royalty with all its style and glamour were interesting, fun and made me feel like I was an insider. She’s a tough lady and a great storyteller!