Official Review: My Friend Marilyn by Christopher Lentz

Miraphery · Post by **Miraphery** » 16 Jan 2021, 03:05

What an excellent idea it was to use real life events to create a historical fiction. Lentz pulled it off well and I'd like to read this. Beautiful review you've got here.

Sou Hi · Post by **Sou Hi** » 16 Jan 2021, 03:08

Thanks for your review. It seems this book recapped part of Marilyn Monroe's life, told through the eyes of her friend, and showed us how people close to her would think about her.

Valkyrie9 · Post by **Valkyrie9** » 16 Jan 2021, 03:13

Although I am not one to choose historical fiction to read, the sample instantly grabbed and held my attention. The character's are believed and likeable, especially Penny. The author truly has a way with words, and I am sure this book as something for everyone. Thanks for the great review!

Victor Jerry I · Post by **Victor Jerry I** » 16 Jan 2021, 03:17

Historical fiction and romance with masterfully developed characters seems like a perfect combo for me.

Emmanuelufot · Post by **Emmanuelufot** » 16 Jan 2021, 03:18

Your review is interesting,when one has to find happiness again after a long period of sadness,you are surprised that there are encounters that could change your life once again.

63tty · Post by **63tty** » 16 Jan 2021, 03:23

I'm interested in who Marilyn Monroe was. I hear so much but I don't really know anything.

Post by **twinkle09** » 16 Jan 2021, 03:53

I loved reading the review of this great piece of prose and would love to read the book as well to know more about Penny and how nesting Marilyn changed her life forever.. Thanks for the review!

Nandita45 · Post by **Nandita45** » 16 Jan 2021, 03:57

I don't know a whole lot about Marilyn Monroe, so this book sounds quite interesting. I also love the fact that it's from Penny's perspective while she worked with Marilyn. Thanks for the great review. Sounds like a good book.

Manang Muyang · Post by **Manang Muyang** » 16 Jan 2021, 03:59

It looks like there are three main characters here: Penny, Marilyn, and The Del. I like that the author votes "no" to body-shaming, but anyone who sits beside THE Marilyn Monroe would feel insecure!

It is interesting that the book is a double historical fiction. The story happens in 1958 and the film being shot was set in the 1920s when swimwear was made of wool!

OB Brian · Post by **OB Brian** » 16 Jan 2021, 04:01

Your review is excellent, thank you. Historical fictions have become my thing. In many cases, however, they usually involve wars. My Friend Marilyn is a welcome change. Congrats on being the BOTD.

Uche B · Post by **Uche B** » 16 Jan 2021, 04:05

When I first saw the title, I wondered if the book would have anything to with Marilyn Monroe. Turns out it does, but in an unexpected way.

Pearl Hijabi · Post by **Pearl Hijabi** » 16 Jan 2021, 04:09

Sounds like a promising book even though it's a long book. I like that the real facts are mixed with the historical fiction in this book.

MayorE · Post by **MayorE** » 16 Jan 2021, 04:21

After reading the title, I also thought the book would be centered on Marilyn Monroe but it seems like it took a sweet turn and I would be delighted to add it to my shelve... nice review

xsquare · Post by **xsquare** » 16 Jan 2021, 04:21

This seems like a great book for those who are interested in American film history. I like that the characters are well-developed. Thanks for the great review!

MayorE · Post by **MayorE** » 16 Jan 2021, 04:22

After reading the title, I also thought the book would be centered on Marilyn Monroe but it seems like it took a sweet turn and I would be delighted to add it to my shelve... nice review