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A review by lefttoread
The Third Gilmore Girl by Kelly Bishop
As a long-time fan of Gilmore Girls, I’ve always admired Emily Gilmore. I used to joke that when I became an older lady, I’d dress like her—a perfect blend of sophistication and grace. So, naturally, Kelly Bishop’s memoir The Third Gilmore Girl was a must-read for me.
What struck me the most is how open and honest Kelly is throughout her memoir. She dives deep into her life beyond the persona of Emily, giving us a true glimpse into the woman behind the character. There are definitely similarities between Kelly and Emily—both are strong, sharp, and always carry a sense of elegance. But Kelly reveals a side that’s different to Emily, a side that had some troubles and made some human mistakes, she gives you an unfiltered look into her experiences, challenges, and triumphs, and by the end, you feel like you’ve gotten to know the real her.
Having loved Lauren Graham’s memoir Talking as Fast as I Can, which was filled with that same quick wit and warmth Lorelai is known for, I was excited to see Kelly's take on life, both on and off the Gilmore Girls set. Kelly’s stories are interesting but I think I was more drawn towards Lauren's storytelling, but then again I've always felt more connected to her as an actress and Lorelai as a character.
Now, if only Alexis Bledel would write a memoir—then the circle of Gilmore Girls would be complete!
What struck me the most is how open and honest Kelly is throughout her memoir. She dives deep into her life beyond the persona of Emily, giving us a true glimpse into the woman behind the character. There are definitely similarities between Kelly and Emily—both are strong, sharp, and always carry a sense of elegance. But Kelly reveals a side that’s different to Emily, a side that had some troubles and made some human mistakes, she gives you an unfiltered look into her experiences, challenges, and triumphs, and by the end, you feel like you’ve gotten to know the real her.
Having loved Lauren Graham’s memoir Talking as Fast as I Can, which was filled with that same quick wit and warmth Lorelai is known for, I was excited to see Kelly's take on life, both on and off the Gilmore Girls set. Kelly’s stories are interesting but I think I was more drawn towards Lauren's storytelling, but then again I've always felt more connected to her as an actress and Lorelai as a character.
Now, if only Alexis Bledel would write a memoir—then the circle of Gilmore Girls would be complete!