Anything Goes by John Barrowman, Carole E. Barrowman Summary and Reviews
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Book Reviews of Anything Goes
Book Review: A tiny review
Summary: 2 Stars
I was horrified by this egomanical performer and his Champagne-Lifestyles view on life. His anecdotes regarding his demand for brewed coffee and a tale of himself and that other monstrosity-Shirley Bassey are not for the faint-hearted.
This book was not my cup of tea,to put it calmly.
Book Review: Anything Goes
Summary: 2 Stars
Just a book written by an un-famous comedian (not at where I live) hoping to get people's acceptance on his homosexuality. There is nothing much exciting in this book, it is very similar like the others' gay autobiography.Book Review: Anything Goes --- and does
Summary: 4 Stars
I got turned on to John Barrowman last year after discovering Torchwood. I find it refreshing, in this day and age, to come across someone who is living his life to the fullest, no apologies, no regrets.
The book gives us a brief overview of what seems to be, his very charmed life. I am sure he has had much more grief and frustration in his 40 years then the book lets on, but maybe that's left for another book.
(And according to Carole, they are in talks to do another one)
He gives us tales of his growing up in Scotland and later spending his formative years in Illinois, becoming an American boy. He returns to the UK for schooling and gets his big break, starring in a big West End show.
Charmed indeed.
The love he has for his family and partner is evident throughout the book. I had the pleasure of talking to his mother and father at a booksigning in Milwaukee and they were absolutely charming people who are so proud of their son.
It's a really quick read and you will find yourself laughing out loud at some of his stories and sniffling at others. I enjoyed the audio version too as it's kind of fun listening to him talk about his life, almost like you're sitting there and he's talking to you personally.
Plenty of great pictures too.
So, if you're just discovering John or just want to know more about him, it's a great place to start.
(I have to admit though, I hate the cover photo.)
Book Review: Anything Goes by John Barrowman
Summary: 5 Stars
I loved this book. Very open, honest and joyful. A real pick me up.
I thoroughly recommend this book. I wish I had his take on life and confidance. Infact his whole family, could live next door to me anytime.
Enjoy...!!!!!!!!
Book Review: Anything does indeed go
Summary: 5 Stars
A wonderful and charming book! I was laughing from page one. John talks about his family (I think the insanity is genetic), his coming out to his parents, singing as a little boy in Scotland and moving to the US when he was a child. Lots of stories of how he dealt with school bullies and even college bullies. Behind the curtains, insider secrets such as why it's bad luck to speak of the "that Scottish play" on a stage, and John's own superstitious phobias.
I think what I liked best was that he was open and honest about himself, right down to humiliating moments. There was no catty gossip about other people, only a great love of his family, his partner, friends, and life itself. The pictures are great, too.
It's a quick read, so spend a few hours with Barrowman. It'll make you feel good.