Furious Love
Furious Love
Nonfiction | Biography | Adult | Published in 2010
Book Brief
500
Biography • Nonfiction
Hollywood, California • 1960s
2010
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Furious Love by Sam Kashner and Nancy Schoenberger chronicles the tumultuous marriage between Hollywood icons Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton, exploring their passionate romance, professional collaborations, and the intense public scrutiny they faced. Using Taylor’s personal correspondence, the book delves into their career peaks, struggles with alcoholism, and the dramatic impact of their relationship on their personal and professional lives.
Romantic
Emotional
Bittersweet
Melancholic
Nostalgic
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Sam Kashner's Furious Love offers an enthralling look into the passionate lives of Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton. Reviewers praise its vivid narrative and exhaustive research, but some criticize its occasionally sensational tone. Overall, it effectively captures the turbulent romance that defined Hollywood's golden era.
Who Should Read Furious Love?
Readers who relish Hollywood scandals, complex relationships, and Old Hollywood glamour will be captivated by Furious Love by Sam Kashner. Comparable to fans of Fifth Avenue, 5 A.M. and Sinatra: The Chairman, this book delves deep into the tumultuous romance of Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton.
5,499 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
500
Biography • Nonfiction
Hollywood, California • 1960s
2010
Adult
18+ years
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