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Didn't We Almost Have It All: In Defense of Whitney Houston
Possessing one of the most famous voices in the world Whitney Houston experienced both an incredible ascent to stardom and a tragic fall from grace making hers a cautionary tale about the perils of fame, people pleasing, anxiety, addiction, and abuse
A candid exploration of the genius, scrutiny, and celebrity of Whitney Houston, Didn't We Almost Have It All takes a sweeping look at the icon's life, contextualizing her struggles against the backdrop of tabloid culture, mental health stigmas, and racial divisions in America.
“A decade after Houston’s death, journalist Gerrick Kennedy celebrates the music legend’s triumphs in a judgment-free exploration of her life following a foreword by Brandy.” -- InStyle