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The Most Beautiful: My Life with Prince
by Mayte Garcia
I don't care what anyone says - I absolutely adored this book. I know people may have gotten too hung up on who Mayte was and what her relationship with Prince was like towards the end of his life. However, I refused to let that stop me from really delving into this book. I was curious, and I knew I wouldn't be left wanting after reading it. If you can get past your own hang-ups and prejudices, then you will really enjoy this one. I stand by that statement.
I know people may see this as Mayte milking Prince's death and making money off a man she hadn't spoken to in twenty-odd years, but I feel like everyone has a right to tell their story. It didn't matter if they weren't on the best of terms when he died or not. People need to understand that just because you may not speak to someone anymore doesn't mean they didn't make an impact on your life. Regardless of how good or bad your relationship may have ended, it still happened.
People see this as Mayte using his name for her own come-up. Maybe she is, maybe she isn't. The fact remains that Mayte didn't drag Prince's name through the mud like some people think. This book humanized Prince on a deeper level. She didn't unnecessarily demonize him; she made him seem more human and realistic with her words. He wasn't the musical icon and legend, Prince, in this book. No, he was just a man like anyone else. I think that's all anyone can do once someone dies. There's nothing wrong with reminding people, especially fans, that their fave isn't as infallible and flawless as they would like to believe. Especially if it's done right and with care, which is what Mayte did. She was his wife and they were in love at some point, but then it ended. That's it. Hate it or love it, but that's the extent of it.
All in all, it was a great book. We know Mayte excels in her dancing, but her storytelling is really good too. This was excellent.
I know people may see this as Mayte milking Prince's death and making money off a man she hadn't spoken to in twenty-odd years, but I feel like everyone has a right to tell their story. It didn't matter if they weren't on the best of terms when he died or not. People need to understand that just because you may not speak to someone anymore doesn't mean they didn't make an impact on your life. Regardless of how good or bad your relationship may have ended, it still happened.
People see this as Mayte using his name for her own come-up. Maybe she is, maybe she isn't. The fact remains that Mayte didn't drag Prince's name through the mud like some people think. This book humanized Prince on a deeper level. She didn't unnecessarily demonize him; she made him seem more human and realistic with her words. He wasn't the musical icon and legend, Prince, in this book. No, he was just a man like anyone else. I think that's all anyone can do once someone dies. There's nothing wrong with reminding people, especially fans, that their fave isn't as infallible and flawless as they would like to believe. Especially if it's done right and with care, which is what Mayte did. She was his wife and they were in love at some point, but then it ended. That's it. Hate it or love it, but that's the extent of it.
All in all, it was a great book. We know Mayte excels in her dancing, but her storytelling is really good too. This was excellent.