A Natural Woman

A Memoir

De: Carole King

Narrado por: Carole King

Listen to the New York Times best-selling memoir that is "revealing, humble, and cool-aunt chatty" about the incredible life that inspired the hit Broadway musical Beautiful (Rolling Stone). Carole King takes us from her early beginnings in Brooklyn, to her remarkable success as one of the world's most acclaimed songwriting and performing talents of all time. A Natural Woman chronicles King's extraordinary life, drawing listeners into her musical world, including her phenomenally successful number one album Tapestry, and into her journey as a performer, mother, wife and present-day activist. Deeply personal, King's long-awaited memoir offers listeners a front-row seat to the woman behind the legend. The audiobook will include dozens of photos from King's childhood, her own family, and behind-the-scenes images from her performances.

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your My Library section along with the audio.

©2012 Carole King (P)2012 Hachette Audio

Hearing it is even better than reading it!

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Yes! I've already read the book, but after hearing Carole King read parts of it I decided that I wanted to hear her read the whole book. I'm so glad I did. She reads beautifully, sings bits of songs, imitates voices. Highly recommended.

A memoir for any fan

If you could sum up A Natural Woman in three words, what would they be?

Reminiscent, Real, Relevant

What does Carole King bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

To hear this story in Carole's own voice was moving. Her history is my history. Each moment, each song brings back a flood of memories. It's so interesting to hear what was going on in her life while remembering what was going on in my life at the same time.

Any additional comments?

Any Carole King fan must hear this book.

Love her!

Truth is, there was a lot of time spent on subjects I believe most of us are not that interested in, but are part of her life. Like a lawsuit she was part of. But when she talks about meeting Paul & Linda McCartney, or other musicians, she held my attention. Hers is an amazing life! And what a talent! We’re all blessed by the music she’s given us!

Wonderfully done and memorable

FAN- fantastic . Her way of weaving in all aspects happening made the book come alive for me

thank you, Carole

No ego in this memoir; it's a real, raw , talented, refreshing sharing of a beautifully flawed and perfect life. Thank you, Carole King, for your music and for this book.
Amy

Really good for Carole King fans

I am a fan of Carole King which is why I was so looking forward to reading/listening to her book. The reason I only gave it 4 stars is because although I appreciate her wanting to write and ‘own’ her own story unfortunately, she’s not the best narrator. Also, Carole King is a VERY, VERY find-the-silver-lining kind of person and although she went through several very difficult times in her life she seems to spin them into something good. I suppose that may be a good way to live but it got a bit sugary for me. I’m glad I read it and I think her fans should as well.

I Like Her EVEN more now !

Would you consider the audio edition of A Natural Woman to be better than the print version?

It is wonderful to hear Carole King tell her own story with her wonderful rhythms and accent.

Any additional comments?

Carole's honesty and openness is brave and refreshing and her unique perspective as a woman who lived through the 50's and 60's music scenes and then, wrote the book on the 70's makes for a fascinating story. Her life story includes her struggles with her desire to stay true to herself and those she loves - she keeps it real - and that is an inspiration as well. Music history buffs will learn stuff, too!

Had higher expectations

Earlier this year I had the opportunity to see "Beautiful - the Carole King story". If it was not the best musical I have ever seen, then it was up at the top. In the lobby they were selling this book. Unfortunately, the book does not live up to the greatness of the musical. The musical was just the beginning portion of her life. I grew up with her music, and the play brought me to tears. Altho Carole does sing a line or two here and there in the book, the quality wasn't there. I was disappointed.

Carole's heartfelt words come to life in this inspiring memoir.

preface - I enjoy listening to audiobooks because they allow me to multitask (driving, exercising, cleaning etc.) BUT I normally feel that I would have got more out of the book if I just read it.

This is the ONLY book where I felt that listening to it was more fulfilling than reading it. Because Carole reads it her self, it has a wonderfully intimate feel.

This is a MUST listen book that profiles one of the most talented, intelligent and caring woman of her generation.

Loved it!

Would you consider the audio edition of A Natural Woman to be better than the print version?

I haven't read the print version.

Who was your favorite character and why?

I chose this audiobook because I wanted to hear her story, and she did not disappoint! I first saw Carole perform live in the early 1970's when she came to my town. I had attended the event to see my favorite performer who was James Taylor. I had never heard of Carole King. I was bowled over by her performance that night. I purchased the Tapestry album and listened over and over and over again--I loved it! To this day, her music moves me. Her songs, especially the ones co-written with her first husband in the 60's, have stood the test of time.

Which character – as performed by Carole King – was your favorite?

Carole

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

Bravo!!!