Apparently There Were Complaints

A Memoir

By: Sharon Gless

Narrated by: Sharon Gless

Length: 9 hrs and 51 mins

Publisher's summary

Emmy Award–winning actress Sharon Gless tells all in this laugh-out-loud, juicy, “unforgettably memorable” (Lily Tomlin) memoir about her five decades in Hollywood, where she took on some of the most groundbreaking roles of her time.

Anyone who has seen Sharon Gless act in Cagney & Lacey, Queer as Folk, Burn Notice, and countless other shows and movies, knows that she’s someone who gives every role her all. She holds nothing back in Apparently There Were Complaints, a hilarious, deeply personal memoir that spills all about Gless’s five decades in Hollywood.

A fifth-generation Californian, Sharon Gless knew from a young age that she wanted to be an actress. After some rocky teenage years that included Sharon’s parents’ divorce and some minor (and not-so-minor) rebellion, Gless landed a coveted spot as an exclusive contract player for Universal Studios. In 1982, she stepped into the role of New York Police Detective Christine Cagney for the series Cagney & Lacey, which eventually reached an audience of 30 million weekly viewers and garnered Gless with two Emmy Awards. The show made history as the first hour-long drama to feature two women in the leading roles.

Gless continued to make history long after Cagney & Lacey was over. In 2000, she took on the role of outrageous Debbie Novotny in Queer as Folk. Her portrayal of a devoted mother to a gay son and confidant to his gay friends touched countless hearts and changed the definition of family for millions of viewers.

Apparently There Were Complaints delves into Gless’s remarkable career and explores Gless’s complicated family, her struggles with alcoholism, and her fear of romantic commitment as well as her encounters with some of Hollywood’s biggest names. Brutally honest and incredibly relatable, Gless puts it all out on the page in the same way she has lived—never with moderation.

©2021 The Glessworks, Inc. "Not While I'm Around" From SWEENEY TODD Words and Music by Stephen Sondheim RITLING MUSIC, INC. All Rights Administered by WC MUSIC CORP. All Rights Reserved Used by Permission Reprinted by Permission of Hal Leonard LLC (P)2021 Simon & Schuster, Inc. All rights reserved.

Thank you Sharon

Thank you Sharon for not planning on writing a book...it was sensational!

I grew up watching you on Cagney and Lacey and loved every minute of your book. I couldn't wait to get in the car to turn the next page Listening to you read it also made it the best!
God-bless you and again thank you.

Excellent

Touching, funny - completely entertaining. Sharon has great stories and her narration really made the book compelling. It was like spending an evening with a beloved friend.
Sharon, thank you for sharing your story with us!

Terrific read

I’m so.glad I got to hear Sharon Gless read this. What a treat! Now I’ll have to look for all the shows she’s done to re-appreciate her

I am left longing for more.

Sharon Gless makes her life irresistible. she paints with voice & words each scene, so vividly, you feel you were in the room. Her many years of work & many years of meeting the personal challenges "had me" within the first 10 minutes.

If you think you know her from any TV role she's played, boy, you're clueless. The only problem for me is that her memoir's end came too quickly... I need a sequel. This Audible was like a fabulous box of chocolates I could only enjoy one piece at a time. I had to use all my self-control to listen to an hour each evening because I sensed it would fly by too fast.

Sadly. I now wish I could call her and tell her about this terrific book I just finished. Or, also living on Planet Florida, invite her to lunch because I'd like to call her a friend. So whether by Kindle or hard cover or Audible, get started now. This memoir is a fantastic ride that'll have you smiling, misty-eyed, nodding & wishing to know Ms. Guess in real life, too.
P.S. Ms. Gless, Christine Cagney always wished she could be you when she grew up.

P.P.S. Audible, when the reader says the chapter number, please have your apps number agree with it.

Amazing

I have always loved Sharon Gless and been a huge fan but listening to her story I love her more and am now an even bigger fan. Thank you Sharon

Sharon Gless is always a treat.

I loved to hear these stories read by her. She's been one of my favorite actresses since Cagney and Lacey, and getting to hear some of her life story is a joy. Thank you, Ms. Gless.

Engaging, funny & real.

I’ve always loved Sharon Gless and this book, read by the author is a great experience. She relates personal and professional stories with warmth and humor. It felt like we were having a friendly conversation. She tells a great story!

So funny. I want to be her best friend

This was an excellent book. So difficult to press pause because every part of her life was so interesting. Absolutely worth your time. The best part was that Sharon read it herself. That unmistakably voice and her delivery was perfect. I felt like I was having coffee with a friend.

My favorite audio book ever!

I wasn't sure what to expect but this truly is my favorite audio book ever! You miss the real Sharon Gless if you only read the book. You need to hear her voice. It was heartbreaking and hilarious, revealing and raw. If only more people were as open about their flaws and mistakes as Sharon is, this world would be a much better place. I adored her as Chris Cagney but love her more as Sharon Gless. I will listen to it again!

A Page Turner, so to speak

I love Sharon's voice, and she's got so much to tell given her age and how long she's been in Hollywood. I don't want to give anything away, so I would say just go for it. It's a quick listen, because you will get hooked!