Memories Are Made of This
By Deana Martin & Wendy Holden
- Release Date: 2004-10-26
- Genre: Biographies & Memoirs
Description
Deana Martin's captivating, heartfelt memoir of her father, Dean Martin
Charming, debonair, and impeccably attired in a black tuxedo, Dean Martin was coolness incarnate. His music provided the soundtrack of romance, and his image captivated movie and television audiences for more than fifty years. His daughter Deana was among his most devoted fans, but she also knew a side of him that few others ever glimpsed.
In this heartfelt memoir, Deana recalls the constantly changing blended family that marked her youth, along with the unexpected moments of silliness and tenderness that this unusual Hollywood family shared. She candidly reveals the impact of Dean’s fame and characteristic aloofness, but delights in sharing wonderful, never-before-told stories about her father and his pallies known as the Rat Pack. This enchanting account of life as the daughter of one of Hollywood’s sexiest icons will leave you entertained, delighted, and nostalgic for a time gone by.
Reviews
great book
5By Chuckin-AWhat an amazing talent, thank you Deana for this insight into your dads life. Honest and heart warming tales of one of Americas greatest entertainers.Good read
5By writeaerviewThis was a very easy read and very entertaining. It opens up about entertainers ,their life styles good and bad. Worth reading.Great Book
5By DoxiehomeLearned things I never knew about Dean Martin. He is sorely missed.Loved this book
4By JoAnn Trentacosta FuscarinoThis book brought back so many memories of my own father. He love Frank Sinantra, and our house was filled with his music. To love Frank was to love Dean. The author's details helped me to remember all the little things I had forgotten. When's father passed away I remember taking some of his shirts so I could wear them and think of him similar to Deana. There are certain smells that remind me of him too; every time I hear a Sinatra or Martin song I have to stop what I'm doing, close my eyes and just reminisce. Thank you for sharing part of your life with me and for bring my younger years back to memory.Great escape
4By Artist opinionEasy read to fit in between flights and other spaces.Roller coaster
5By Cktls4uThis book is an emotional roller coaster. I couldn't put it down. As I was reading, I felt as though I lived in the author's skin. A MUST read! A huge thank you for opening up your memories and heart to share with us.Smiled & Cried
5By HarleySoftail 2This book made me do both. One cool cat Dean was. And what a lovely daughter he has who adores her Dad, Deana. God Bless your whole familyA trip down memory lane.
5By Ron1917Having grown up in the 60's, this book brought back many memories of my childhood. Dean Martin was one of them. His daughter Deana provides a loving account of her father's life and successful career in the entertainment industry. She does so in a way that gives you an intimate glimpse of the Martin family. Her story is not sugar coated and conveys the man her father truly was, a perfectly imperfect human being who nonetheless obviously loved his family. Dean Martin was a national treasure and glad I lived during his lifetime.Memories Are Made of This
5By Loving-grandmaWonderful book to read. Couldn't put it down. You heard so many different stories about what happened to Dean,and now we hear the truth. Thank you.Awesome
5By Jazzy215A great read!! Great for any fan!!!
