Earlier this year I saw the Sofia Coppola movie Priscilla (which was great) so that’s what led me to this book since the movie was based on it. And it’s really a great read.
What struck me initially is how wild it is that she could write such a vivid account of their relationship, while maintaining real love for that man. He sounds like he was an absolute nightmare. And since she met him when she was a literal child, it’s exceedingly alarming to hear the details of his accepted abuse of her over the years. Truly makes sense that she wrote it after he died.
It’s also interesting that this book could be released (in the 80s, mind you) and no one really ever talks about how disgusting this man was to her. Even now! All of the movies made about his genius and his voice - christ, we will forever continue to justify the actions of horrid men (as long as they have talent).
That being said, it’s a deeply intimate story of their relationship and she’s incredible for having written it. If you were ever curious about their story, this is the book to read.