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Jwb52z
5.0 out of 5 stars Fabulous!
Reviewed in the United States on September 23, 2023
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I loved this book. Miriam Margolyes is one of my favorite celebrities. Seeing so much of her life through her stories all in one book is fabulous. It's a must read for any fan of hers.
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Sexual Explorer
5.0 out of 5 stars Thanks For The Read
Reviewed in the United States on September 18, 2023
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I would definitely do business with this seller again. Product was as advertised. Fast delivery, too.
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Timothy Haugh
4.0 out of 5 stars A Funny Woman I Liked Getting to Know
Reviewed in the United States on November 21, 2022
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I am huge fan of the Graham Norton Show, which I consider to be the best and funniest talk show on television. (Thank you BBCAmerica.) Apart from the enjoyment I get from it, I learn about actors I never would have known well otherwise. Ms. Margolyes is a perfect example. When I first saw her of Norton’s show, I vaguely recognized her as Professor Sprout from the Harry Potter movies. After seeing her a few times, I discovered she is one of the funniest (and most profane) people on the planet. I wanted to know more about her. So, when she was plugging this, her memoir, and her last appearance, I had to read it.

Though not what I would call a magnificent piece of writing, it accomplishes its task well enough. I learned much about Ms. Margolyes I never knew. Her life as a (somewhat spoiled, it seems to me) only child. Her start in the business, which initially often ran to lucrative voice-over work, likely because of her unconventional appearance. Still, her career grew in time. I began to realize that I’d seen her in things and not realized it: the nurse in Romeo + Juliet, an appearance in Merlin, etc. Of course, books like this always make me wish I had more access to British theater.

Not surprisingly, there are some harsher stories. Ms. Margolyes is honest about her dislikes as well as her like. She has no love for the Monty Python boys, for example, who looked down their noses at female performers in her experience. No closeted homosexual despite her penchant for blowjobs, we also learn about her long-time relationship with Heather.

In the end, though not uniformly interesting or particularly brilliantly written, I enjoyed this because it sounds like Ms. Margolyes, which is not always true of celebrity “autobiographies”. There is a good mix of stories from her personal life and stories from the business. And, unlike the impression given by many celebrities, she seems like someone who would be interesting to get to know, to have over to a dinner party. I was glad to get to know a little of her through this book.
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Miss Bud
5.0 out of 5 stars Love Miriam Margolyes
Reviewed in the United States on August 18, 2023
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I think Ms. Margolyes is a wonderful actress, and I LOVE watching her on talk shows. She's such a hoot that I felt like I should buy this book. It's truly delightful--just like she is!
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Rori985
5.0 out of 5 stars Miriam Margolys is just great.
Reviewed in the United States on August 31, 2023
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Perfect gift for Miriam Margolys fan.
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Linda Merritt
5.0 out of 5 stars BAWDY, FUNNY, EASY READ!
Reviewed in the United States on August 5, 2023
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Miriam Margolyes book is a open and honest account of her life thus far. Funny and heartfelt. Good read.
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Dan
5.0 out of 5 stars Miriam
Reviewed in the United States on July 30, 2023
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Very fast read, so interesting life,wish I knew her, myself
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jkpscrap
3.0 out of 5 stars Thought my friend would enjoy it.
Reviewed in the United States on August 14, 2023
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This was a birthday gift I regret giving. The author spent quite some time chronicalling her preferred sexual choices in detail. She should have included her possible medical treatments for these adventures as well. I was hoping for anecdotes of her theatrical exploits, not her sexual (some unknown) partners and scores.
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PJ
5.0 out of 5 stars Miriam...what more can you say !
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 30, 2023
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Linesman I grew up with seeing Miriam on TV and in film and loved her slightly bonkers approach to.life .
Always ready with brilliant and funny anecdotes , so well spoken yet the ultimate potty mouth, she always seems to have something to say ... Generally very loudly. There's no beating around the bush . When she has an opinion she shares it and I love her bold and passionate views on often difficult subjects
I often wondered if it was genuine or an act !
This book was fascinating providing insights into Miriam's childhood, school ,university life and beyond as she established career and she shares h we thoughts on the world .It was pleasing to read she's as genuine and funny on the page and just as committed and passionate as she appears.
I hope she continues to share and be that voice for the causes she holds dear around the world .
I also hope a generation of women will follow her example as stand up for truth and fairness .
Well worth the read
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Harry Boxx
5.0 out of 5 stars Miriam Margolyes on Kindle.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 10, 2023
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A well written, fun autobiography. This will especially please Miriam Margolyes fans, of which there are multitudes, and anyone interested in, or intending to enter, the world of entertainment, in all its “liberal” glories.

I am very surprised at the reception this book has received in some comments below, saying it is somehow vulgar and rude. It is not. It is a truthful and blunt story, its humour coming from the matter-of-fact recounting of the details, no matter how “spicey”.

I was disappointed to find Miriam didn’t mix much with the “swinging 60s” icons of music and fashion, because I was hoping to hear some stories about them. (She wasn’t Beatles fan for example). But I am still awarding this book the full 5 stars if only to spite those with such narrow minds.
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kim
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent read
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 15, 2023
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Relaxing on holiday with a good book what more do you need! A very witty, intelligent and informative read. Laugh out loud moments with Miriam Margolyes at her best.
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Sue Waterer
5.0 out of 5 stars Sue
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 22, 2023
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I have not started reading it yet, I am sure it
will be good.
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Lady Bookworm
5.0 out of 5 stars Definitely Open, Honest & Transparent!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 17, 2023
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Love Miriam Margolyes. Her humour and honesty shine through making it a very enjoyable read. Would definitely recommend.
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