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Great Book - Interesting and Sad Story
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Publisher's Summary
Here is Marvin's story, from his early years in the slums of Washington, D.C. to his rise to the top of the Motown industry, his fall from grace, his comeback, and finally his sudden, shocking end at the hands of his own father. It is also the story of his glorious music and the music of black America over the past fifty years, an epic tale whose cast of characters includes Diana Ross, Berry Gordie, Smokey Robinson, and Stevie Wonder.
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- Dilly HaulAde
- 08-12-16
Wow made for the big screen
I learned so much about Marvin Gaye and the music that I do love. I am so surprised they haven't turns this into a movie for the big screens. it certainly has all the drama love sex and drugs that will fill the seats.
I didn't love the narrator. In fact I purchased this AB once before and returned it only to repurchase some months later because my sister said I would love it. She was right. After a chapter or so in I was so into the story that the narrator voice didn't irk me so.
I highly recommend this book.
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- Trenetra
- 03-25-11
Nice
I really enjoyed this book. It was sad and joyful all at the same time. I enjoyed the way the story was told and learned so many things about Marvin that I never knew. It is an awesome biography.
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- Anonymous User
- 03-17-18
one of the great musical biographies of it's time!
loved this book! Divided Soul is probably one of the great biographies of its time!
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- MsTee
- 12-29-17
Excellent Audio Book
Marvin Gaye was such a talented artist. This books gives you an inside look on his struggles and demons. Never judge a book by it's cover. He was not a happy man even with all of the glitz and glam.
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- Alycia
- 05-19-17
Incredible
This audio book is one of the best I've heard. The narration was excellent, the history of Marvin's childhood was insightful & the psychology of what happens to beautiful, gifted children when they have deep-seeded shame is accurate. Marvin's difficult life living in his own skin made me feel such sadness for him & all those who are hurt by shame.
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- Monike Brown
- 08-09-16
Musical Genius
This is a awesome read from beginning to end. It lays out Marvin's life story in an elegant fashion. He was one if the greatest despite his demons.
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- Lynisha
- 01-04-19
Great!
I loved everything about this biography. Very well told and had some great interviews. The narrator was awesome.
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- Wesley Thomas
- 11-26-18
David Ritz is damn good.
David puts together a fine account of one of the greatest singers of all time’s life
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- Scorpio GAL
- 09-30-17
Respectful Perspective!
I enjoyed the book. Poor Marvin! He lacked the proper upbringing which, is necessary for ALL children. May God bless his children!
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- Kindle Customer
- 02-27-16
good books about Marvin Gaye really enjoy.
I love the book and I was very interesting about Marvin Gaye's life anyway , he was a great performer and I miss him a whole lot music never been the same without him god bless and good bye for now, Mel.
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- Anonymous User
- 01-03-19
Amazing Marvin
An excellent book would recommend to anyone not just Marvin fans. gives such an insight into his life and struggles.