Between Each Line of Pain and Glory: My Life Story

by Gladys Knight

Book Overview

Her voice has been heard, now hear her words.This is the inspirational autobiography of one of the music world's greatest performers--named one of the best celebrity books of 1997 by the "San... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0786863269
• ISBN13: 9780786863266
• Release Date: October 1997
• Publisher: Hyperion Books
• Length: 280 Pages
• Weight: 1.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.4" x 9.6"

Customer Reviews

The Makings of a Soul Diva

Oh, just picked up the paperback to seeing her on an old 'Jeffersons' rerun (remember that). Loved this book! Gladys has always been a favorite of mine- that rich, flawless delivery underlined with down to earth truth and conviction- she is among the leading voices that brought soul music to the mainstream America in the 1960's. I was mist intrigued by her honesty throughout the book, especially in speaking of her parenting of her children. I commended her for that. Her gambling addiction was another testament of how she overcame adversity and came out a winner, which was another source of inspiration for myself. I also really appreciated her honesty in relation to her tenure with Motown and the treatment they received while on the legendary label. And then there was the dirt! What is the deal between she and Aretha? I always perceived that they would be good friends, especially since both encompass such mesmarizing, soulful voices.... I love Dionne, and I could not see her acting the way Patti portrayed her.This is a inspirational, well written piece of work. I would recommend this purchase and much love and success to Ms. Knight for decades to come.

a big fan

i found gladys book to be one of the best books i've read.she has given me a better understanding of who she is and what she is about.the book was very informative and enlightening.thanks gladys.

Great book!

This is a really great autobiography! It is SOOOO interesting! So far, it's my fave of all pop singers' autobios that I've read!

great book

i love her honesty. she talks about race,sex,class,self-esteem and her personnel life really well.she is a true soul singer who doesn't always get the love she deserves.i've always respected her and this book took it to another level.the music business and it's politics.very upfront.she reminds me of my aunt so down to earth and like family.buy the book and her pips work.especially claudine the soundtrack with the late great curtis mayfield from 76.

I enjoyed this very candid and inspirational book.

Gladys Knight did an exceptional job of revealing her life of pain and glory. She had me bumping into walls as I left work each day because I couldn't wait to get home to continue reading. I know that she is a gifted performer, but I now know that she is a gifted writer as well. This is a must read.