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5 out of 5 stars
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Fascinating! Painstaking Research & Documentation
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5 out of 5 stars
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Publisher's Summary
Betty Grable: The Reluctant Movie Queen is a fascinating and intimate account of the famous star who was for many years the highest-paid woman in America and a favorite pin-up all over the world.
Filled with fascinating and intimate accounts from many who knew her well, this publication is a well-documented and engaging biography of the sparkling, complex personality of one of the best-loved stars in Hollywood's history.
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