What makes this book different from the others that document her life is how much detail is included on the people whom she had in her life, in particular those who were around her during the ascendency of her music career. At times the number of names can be a tad confusing as people went in and out of her life. Also I was surprised to learn that she was bisexual as this book gives names, dates and circumstances of her many amorous liaisons. As well, there is a large section devoted to pictures taken from childhood up until her tragic passing. Very interesting to put faces to the names. Finally I'm always dismayed at how the music industry acts like vampires when it comes to exploiting talents that are easy prey.
If you read only one book on this remarkable singer you can't go wrong with this one.

What have I learned so far from reading this book? That if you volunteer at your local public library in high school then you may become a legendary rockstar.