Complete with never-before-revealed details about the sex; violence; and drugs in her life; this biography reveals the incredibly turbulent life of Motown artist Mary Wells. Based in part on four hours of previously unreleased and unpublicized deathbed interviews with Wells; this account delves deeply into her rapid rise and long fall as a recording artist; her spectacular romantic and family life; the violent incidents in which she was a participant; and her abuse of drugs. From tumultuous affairs; including one with Ramp;B superstar Jackie Wilson; to a courageous battle with throat cancer that climaxed in her gutsiest performance; this history draws upon years of interviews with Wellss friends; lovers; and husband to tell the whole story of a woman whose songs crossed the color line and whose voice captivated the Beatles.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Touching. funny. honest... all the things we love about Ted and Lee.By ricefunI feel a deep sense of gratitude for Teds candid sharing in this memoir about his time as part of the duo comedy acting troupe. Ted and Lee. And then his experience needing to understand himself as only Ted. dealing with the emotional. spiritual. and professional loss of his partner and friend Lee. This book made me laugh out loud. and also brought tears to my eyes. I was fortunate to be one of the thousands of people who got to speak personally with both Ted and Lee. They were setting up for a show at the Church of the Brethren National Junior High Conference in New Windsor Maryland. and were so kind and personable even as they were trying to get ready for their upcoming performance. This book is a gift to fans. to church groups they shared their profound comedy with. and to anyone living through grief and loss.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Inspiring!By Douglas GehmanMy Dad was a best friend with Teds father when we were kids. so our families spent a lot of time together. I could tell my own stories about our camping experiences! Although we went our separate ways as teenagers. I saw Teds creativity blossom over the years. first with "Fish Eyes" and then via his larger volume of work. "Laughter" is the back story of Teds journey. about a man who courageously pursues a dream and holds onto it through lifes highs and lows. I admire Ted for his willingness to take risks and go after what he loves. In this book. he writes his adventure. much like his stage art. with excellence. humor. and poignancy. A great read!0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Laughter Is Sacred SpaceBy ruth y martinI have heard some of the programs given by the author. They are different. showing Bible characters as flesh and blood humans just like me.My son heard a program recently and mentioned this book. So I ordered it. It came yesterday. I have read almost half of the book. It is fun.I dont care for the book jacket. To me. it is just a bit gross. The contrast.I would recommend the book to others. Maybe not just anyone. Ha. Title: Laughter is Sacred Space
