A review by bookdragon_mel
The Queen: Aretha Franklin by Mikal Gilmore

4.0

It was difficult to rate this, as the first biography of Ms. Franklin that I have read. There is no doubt that the book pays homage to a rare talent, but I also found myself wondering if the picture it paints is balanced. No punches are pulled in painting the picture of a diva, someone defensive of her standing as best in her field and jealous of those who had the potential to be compared favorably. However, the quoting of multiple sources does lend support to the image that is presented. I enjoyed the book, even if the events related did give me pause at times.