Unbearable Lightness http://www.fishpond.co.nz/Books/Unbearable-Lightness-Portia-De-Rossi/9781439177785

By Portia De Rossi

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Hardback, 308 pages

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USA, 01 November 2010

Known for her roles on the hit TV shows "Ally McBeal" and "Arrested Development," de Rossi delivers a revelatory and searing account of the years she spend secretly suffering from bulimia, all the while living under the glare of Hollywood's bright lights. 8-page b&w photo insert.

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De Rossi, star of such television shows as Ally McBeal and Arrested Development, reads her memoir of life in the spotlight and closet, her struggles to conceal her homosexuality and eating disorder, coping with burgeoning fame, and meeting-and marrying-Ellen DeGeneres. Her voice is girlish, slightly nasal, and clarion; she takes us through her darkest moments with astonishing frankness, allowing shame and vulnerability to creep into her voice. She seems to be confessing rather than merely reading. It's a deeply affecting performance-save for some hammy vocal characterizations. An Atria hardcover. (Nov.) (c) Copyright PWxyz, LLC. All rights reserved.

"De Rossi's memoir reminds us that fame and celebrity are no substitute for feeling comfortable in one's own skin."

--Jodi Picoult

Publisher:	Atria Books
ISBN:	1439177783
EAN:	9781439177785
Dimensions:	22.86 x 15.49 x 2.54 centimeters (0.54 kg)
Age Range:	15+ years

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5 of 5 Stars! – Customer review on 28/11/2010

Great read, very honest account of such a terrible illness. Highly recommended.

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5 of 5 Stars! – Customer review on 17/11/2011

Great read and such wonderful insight into the horrible disease that threathens so many peoples love. I praise De Rossi for writing such a insightful book, and hope that the right people pick it up to bring insight into their lives.

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5 of 5 Stars! – Customer review on 15/01/2011

Such a wonderful book, I didn't want to put it down! A book that you just don't want to end..... A raw journey covering Portia's life with all the highs and extreme low's. A book that will touch you in many different ways. Fantastic!!!!

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5 of 5 Stars! – Customer review on 15/12/2010

A fantastic recall of the life and hardships of a wonderfully strong woman, I would reccomend to anyone!

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