BIOGRAPHY & MEMOIR

MARILYN

by Lois Banner

Surely not the last word, but a complete and honest effort and a good starting place. Full review >

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FICTION

BYE BYE, BABY

by Max Allan Collins

Nothing new or very interesting in this rehashing of rumors surrounding Monroe’s death, even for those who were around when... Full review >

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CURRENT EVENTS & SOCIAL ISSUES

ALL THE AVAILABLE LIGHT

edited by Yona Zeldis McDonough

Generally insightful and, like Monroe herself, displaying tender charm alongside the glitz. Full review >

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NONFICTION

THE GENIUS AND THE GODDESS

by Jeffrey Meyers

Not much new in this rehearsal of one of celebrity’s saddest stories. Full review >

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