Terri T. (eskmom) -
Helpful Score: 3
Like watching a train wreck... Keith Richards is brutally honest in this book. I didn't grow up a Stones fan but knew enough of them and vaguely remember all of the arrests and troubles they had. In this book, he shares all and tells all. He talks of he and Mick's troubles, about his drug addictions/rehabs/relapses, etc, about the many women, etc. He truly spares little fact about their times on tour. I am actually a bit surprised that they are still alive, after reading that.
The beginning of the book is about his early life and a bit difficult to follow, mostly b/c of the cultural slang/grammar differences and the lack of congruent thought processes. :) BUT I really enjoyed that part.
I have to admit that I did skip pages from 3/4 the way thru on, b/c it began to ramble on about the music, etc. BUT, those familiar enough with the songs will likely enjoy the background/inspiration for the songs.
I gave it a 4, but truly, if you grew up with them and are a fan of the Stones, I think you will enjoy it even more.
The beginning of the book is about his early life and a bit difficult to follow, mostly b/c of the cultural slang/grammar differences and the lack of congruent thought processes. :) BUT I really enjoyed that part.
I have to admit that I did skip pages from 3/4 the way thru on, b/c it began to ramble on about the music, etc. BUT, those familiar enough with the songs will likely enjoy the background/inspiration for the songs.
I gave it a 4, but truly, if you grew up with them and are a fan of the Stones, I think you will enjoy it even more.
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