I Wanna Be Loved By You
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Dreamer. Bombshell. Icon. Featuring a wealth of unpublished material, I Wanna Be Loved By You presents Marilyn in a startling new light. It draws upon...
Published By Grand Central Publishing
Format Hardback
Number Of Pages 512
Publication Date 06/02/2026
ISBN 9781538723500
Dimensions 6.6 inches x 9.85 inches
"Wilson's storytelling is crisp."—Boston Globe
"A well-rounded portrait of a complicated, enigmatic woman. A must-read treat for Marilyn fans on the centennial of her birth."
—Library Journal (starred review)
"[Wilson] zeroes in on different facets of an overtold story to find unexpected angles and fresh perspectives."—The Sunday Times
"The definitive account."—Angela Allen, script supervisor on The Misfits
"Wilson brings Marilyn Monroe’s story to life with clarity and compassion, offering readers a fuller, more human understanding of her – beyond the myths. It’s an easy, page-turning read and a must for anyone wanting a meaningful overview of Marilyn Monroe’s life, especially as we reflect on her enduring legacy 100 years on. I truly cannot recommend this book highly enough."—Suzie Kennedy, Marilyn Monroe entertainer
"Wilson dispels persistent myths and debunks pernicious rumors, clarifying and reinforcing Monroe's legend for loyal fans and future generations." —Booklist