Stories I Only Tell My Friends
An Autobiography
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Rob Lowe
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Rob Lowe
A wryly funny and surprisingly moving account of an extraordinary life lived almost entirely in the public eye.
A teen idol at 15, an international icon and founder of the Brat Pack at 20, and one of Hollywood's top stars to this day, Rob Lowe chronicles his experiences as a painfully misunderstood child actor in Ohio who was uprooted to the wild counterculture of mid-'70s 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 '80s, 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 25 years. These stories are as entertaining as they are unforgettable.
©2011 Robert Lowe (P)2011 Macmillan AudioListeners also enjoyed...
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Prepare to be amazed by the many ways this book and its author are better than you thought they would be. Everybody knows that Rob Lowe is very handsome, and that he spent a long time being a Hollywood wild child. Now in his 40s, Lowe’s reflections on his life thus far demonstrate a remarkably responsible perspective and a refreshingly self-deprecating look at how he ended up in the better state of mind he inhabits today. While the headlines and high notes may come and go, Lowe remains a devoted husband and proud father.
This listen is a small miracle for many reasons. It’s not simply the fact that Lowe reveals himself as capable of compelling writing, which he certainly does. It’s also not merely the path of the narrative that’s intriguing, though that’s definitely the case. Whether he is spending several chapters thoroughly reminiscing about the many lessons he learned during The Outsiders or sharing a quick anecdote about trying to meet Liza Minnelli when he was a little kid, Lowe indeed offers up a terrific set of insights about both life and stardom. He proves himself as a generous spirit, with strong thanks for Martin Sheen and solid praise for Patrick Swayze.
His narration is clearly heartfelt, and never comes across as phony or acted. This listen feels like a casual dinner conversation, minus the slick descent into rumor-mongering that usually rears its ugly head in memoirs of this variety. Lowe manages to steer clear of the blame game when analyzing the simultaneous blessing and curse of the Brat Pack label or his decision to leave The West Wing, and even finds some gracious adjectives for Tom Cruise. Be on the lookout for eerily spot-on impersonations of many stars, including a particularly good Christopher Walken and Matt Dillon.
In the end, it’s hard to put a finger on what makes this book so utterly fascinating. There isn’t anything shocking in the subject matter; there isn’t any mud-flinging in the tone; there is very little that stands out as an exclamation point. Yet the total package undeniably and irresistibly triumphs at being genuinely charming. This is ironic, because the book then actually sort of mirrors Lowe’s career. He’s spent the last two decades trying to upend the idea that he is simply a pretty face. The book succeeds in that endeavor, just as his several iconic film roles have done, and yet the shallow type-casting of Rob Lowe somehow too frequently persists. It’s true that he is a very dreamy guy, but this memoir absolutely proves that he is also intelligent, worldly, witty, and political. It’s an excellent listen that ought to once and for all put an end to the notion the Rob Lowe’s charisma is only skin deep. - Megan Volpert
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"[Lowe] writes viscerally and insightfully...He looks back at the aberrant highs of his heart-throb days, the changing nature of stardom in Hollywood, the trade-off he has made between high life and home life, and the step-by-step effort behind his show business survival. He looked like the callowest kid in the "Outsiders" crew. Now he looks like the sturdiest of them all" (The New York Times)
"A fresh pop-culture history of Hollywood in the ’70s and ’80s from the point of view of the man who lived it…[Lowe] is as funny as he is thoughtful. This is the best type of celeb memoir, because its author is as interested in the world as the world is interested in him." (People Magazine)
"A lovely autobiography, equal parts dish and pathos.” (Vanity Fair)
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Would you listen to Stories I Only Tell My Friends again? Why?
It's unlikely I would listen again, but not because there is anything wrong with this book or this narration. Lowe's memoir is phenomenal and his narration is near-perfect. There are just so many other books out there I haven't yet listened to, I don't see myself doing a re-listen.What does Rob Lowe bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?
His voice adds a lot. To hear him tell his stories in his tone, at his pace, with his inflections, makes the entire thing much more relatable. After listening, I felt like we were buddies.Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
If I had the time, I would have tried. It went very quickly, and I was sad when it was over.Any additional comments?
I now want to watch The West Wing start-to-finish on DVD because of Rob Lowe.Believe the hype
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Rob Lowe is an excellent narrator of his own words. As one would expect. He's an actor after all. But some actors don't necessarily have a voice one would want to listen to. Mr. Lowe does. I usually listen to non-fiction books at double speed in order to pack in the information into a shorter period of time, but I listened to Mr. Lowe's story at regular speed because his voice is pleasant and his stories felt more performed than conveyed.
The author is an amazing mimic and he parrots the voices of famous and not-so-famous people throughout the book. His stories are compelling and interesting and well worth a listen. It's also refreshing to read a story about a person ??? star or not ??? who has hit rock bottom and has gotten their butt kicked by life, only to get help and later find happiness and success. It's a great story. Nicely done, Mr. Lowe. Now I am a fan.
Nicely done, Mr. Lowe.
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What made the experience of listening to Stories I Only Tell My Friends the most enjoyable?
It was told by Rob himself. He has a wonderful voice.What was one of the most memorable moments of Stories I Only Tell My Friends?
Everything he told about the making of The Outsiders was a glimpse into both moviemaking and many beloved actors in the beginning of their careers.What does Rob Lowe bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?
Hearing him tell it was as if he was in the car with me (which was really nice)Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
If I had the time, yes.Any additional comments?
A friend recommended both this book and Bossypants. I've never been a fan of autobiographies, but I loved them both. Rob's book was a lot about culture, politics, movie stars and learning from a very practical and grounded person (who made some mistakes along the way)I never knew he has was so interesting!
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So surprising
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Would you consider the audio edition of Stories I Only Tell My Friends to be better than the print version?
I think that listening to Rob read his own book makes his stories more intimate and compelling. I'm not sure that I would have liked the print book nearly as much--it might have seemed a little heavy-handed. However, Rob Lowe reading added warmth and humanity to his words.Now Rob Lowe and I are Friends
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Intelligent and engaging memoir
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Interesting and light
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Not What You Would Expect
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Fascinating
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My 3rd time listening!
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