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Reviews tagging 'Mental illness'
Gentlemen Prefer Blondes: The Illuminating Diary of a Professional Lady by Anita Loos
1 review
pariah's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
Audible version had a passable Marilyn impression, though in some longer sections it was a bit tedious. The satire was masterfully handled, even if I did miss the musical numbers.
Minor: Mental illness, Alcohol, Forced institutionalization, and Racism
All the warnings above are period typical of white people (1920s). Per the style of the book, they are briefly referenced and not gone into in-depth.
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