SON of an Italian immigrant, Dean Martin was one of America's all-time greats, revered for his musical and screen achievements and considered the epitome of cool. Here, daughter Deana talks candidly of the man she admits "wasn't a good father, but he was a good man".
Ms Martin's affectionate memoir recalls life with Dean, his alcoholic first wife and an extended Hollywood family.
A fascinating insight into the public and private lives of a Hollywood legend, her story is rich with encounters with many Hollywood luminaries.
Jerry Lewis himself states that in writing the book she has "honoured" his former partner, and indeed she speaks with warmth, humour and honesty. Evidently one of his biggest fans, "people can't help but smile when they think of my father, which has to be the greatest legacy of all".
Natalie Harrison
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