Softly, as I Leave You

Life After Elvis: A Memoir

De: Priscilla Presley, Mary Jane Ross - contributor

Narrado por: Priscilla Presley

The long-awaited memoir by Priscilla Presley chronicling her difficult, inspiring journey beyond the walls of Graceland and behind the elegant image the world sees.

Priscilla Presley’s divorce from Elvis left his fans incredulous. How could she leave the man every woman wanted? From the outside, life in Elvis’s mansion looked glamorous and enviable, and in many respects, it was. But inside the mansion, her husband was constantly surrounded by a male entourage while at the gates, lines of beautiful women waited hopefully for an audience with the King. From the time she was seventeen years-old, that life was all Priscilla had known. During her ten years with Elvis, it became painfully apparent that she had no idea who she was outside Elvis’s world. The only way to find herself was to leave that world and seek a new life of her own, because leaving was the only way to survive, for herself and for her daughter.

Softly, As I Leave You, is the deeply personal story of what Priscilla lost and what she found when she walked away from the man she loved. Despite the legal separation, their love for one another transformed into a touching and tender dynamic that endured until Elvis’s untimely death four years later. Shattered by Elvis’s passing, she had to reinvent herself a second time as the single mother of a talented, often headstrong daughter who never really recovered from her father’s death. Priscilla’s dedication to motherhood was enriched by the birth of her second child, and she gradually found her footing as a businesswoman, actress, designer, and legislative advocate. She transformed Graceland into an international destination and helped guide the development of Elvis Presley Enterprises. But the unexpected, shattering loss of three immediate family members years later brought Priscilla to her knees. She shares her journey with a quiet dignity that will comfort and reassure anyone who has suffered–and survived–seemingly unbearable loss.

A compassionate, and inspiring story of finding your place in the world, Softly, As I Leave You, is a sweet Southern melody that will take the listener with Priscilla on her long road home.

©2025 Priscilla Presley (P)2025 Grand Central Publishing

Loved it.

i really enjoyed the way Priscilla presented the story. I really felt like she was sitting in front of me. Telling me a story about her and Elvis and her family. I could feel her sadness. I could feel her fears and her excitement. I thank Priscilla for writing this book. I am grateful to her thank you Priscilla.

Real, Heartfelt, Emotional, and Poeticly written!

Priscilla, You narrating is the icing on the cake! Thank you for sharing your story dear lady! LMP and I were the same age and my parents divorced the same year as you and Elvis. This was an emotional and heartfelt trip down memory lane for me. I was a huge fan for such a young age. I remember the day I heard the news of his passing, where I was, and the green couch I lay upon as I sobbed, a mere child, but somehow feeling a change in the world!

Pricilla’s sincere voice

I have a new appreciation for Pricilla. Her strength in facing all her heartbreaks and her dedication to being a good mother has earned my respect.

Love this

Love you Priscilla but you not to explain yourself. Some of us know your strength, beauty and heart

From Pricilla’s perspective.

It was interesting to get Pricilla’s perspective of more her life after Elvis. The fallout from the loss of her family.

Such a great listen!!

I loved this book and Priscilla’s narration was so soothing. It gives such a personal look into her life and loss.

Heart felt transparency

I love how open and transparent she is about her life and her experiences with Elvis and Lisa. Her struggles as a mother, wife, actor, etc. Thank you I loved every part of it. Much love and respect ❤️‍🔥

Love Priscilla’s Story

Thank you Priscilla for sharing so much with us. You did not have to. What a gift to us from you. Your voice is so calm & so soothing. God bless you Priscilla Presley.

Truthful , Brave, and Authentic

A lot of the press has been unkind to Priscilla since the death of Lisa Marie . I see a mother who always tried her very best and always protected the memory of Elvis . I can imagine her heartbreak when Lisa sold off a large part of the estate after Priscilla worked so hard to make it profitable.

Another great book by Priscilla!!

I loved listening to Priscilla’s soft voice as she told her story. I couldn’t stop listening. If you are a Presley fan you should read this book.