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A review by td3
Marlene by C.W. Gortner
3.0
Marlene Dietrich is a name I'm familiar with, but I never really knew much about her, except that she was a former movie star.
After reading C.C. Gortner's novel, I am curious to see some of her films. Even though Gortner's novel is historical fiction, it is based on facts, and a look at wikipedia and a few other sources were pretty much in line with the Marlene that Gortner presents.
I can't say that I really cared much for her. She seemed to be born before her time in many ways, leading an unconventional lifestyle and not caring too much what others thought of her.
However, I was very impressed with her response to World War II and her participation with the USO. I thought this was the most interesting part of the novel. If I could, I would give this 3.5 stars. Now off to see where I can watch a Dietrich flick!
Also, thanks to goodreads for the opportunity to read this novel that I won in a goodreads give-away!
After reading C.C. Gortner's novel, I am curious to see some of her films. Even though Gortner's novel is historical fiction, it is based on facts, and a look at wikipedia and a few other sources were pretty much in line with the Marlene that Gortner presents.
I can't say that I really cared much for her. She seemed to be born before her time in many ways, leading an unconventional lifestyle and not caring too much what others thought of her.
However, I was very impressed with her response to World War II and her participation with the USO. I thought this was the most interesting part of the novel. If I could, I would give this 3.5 stars. Now off to see where I can watch a Dietrich flick!
Also, thanks to goodreads for the opportunity to read this novel that I won in a goodreads give-away!