Out of the Corner: A Memoir by Jennifer Grey and 1


Out of the Corner: A Memoir
Title : Out of the Corner: A Memoir
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Language : English
Format Type : Audiobook
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Publication : May 3 2022

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER A deeply candid and refreshingly spirited memoir of identity lost and found from the star of the iconic film Dirty Dancing“Jennifer Grey peels back all the artifice, denial, obfuscation, and myriad assumptions and exposes a gorgeous, human portrait of her life.”—Jamie Lee Curtis“We all know Jennifer Grey as a talented actress, but Out of the Corner introduces us to a gifted writer.”—Michael J. FoxIn this beautiful, close to the bone account, Jennifer Grey takes listeners on a vivid tour of the experiences that have shaped her, from her childhood as the daughter of Broadway and film legend Joel Grey, to the surprise hit with Patrick Swayze that made her America’s sweetheart, to her inspiring season eleven win on ABC’s Dancing with the Stars.Throughout this intimate narrative, Grey richly evokes places and times that were defining for a generation—from her preteen days in 1970s Malibu and wild child nights in New York’s club scene, to her roles in quintessential movies of the 1980s, including The Cotton Club, Red Dawn, and her breakout performance in Ferris Bueller’s Day Off. With self deprecating humor and frankness, she looks back on her unbridled, romantic adventures in Hollywood. And with enormous bravery, she shares the devastating fallout from a plastic surgery procedure that caused the sudden and stunning loss of her professional identity and career. Grey inspires with her hard won battle back, reclaiming her sense of self from a culture and business that can impose a narrow and unforgiving definition of female worth. She finds, at last, her own true north and starts a family of her own, just in the nick of time.Distinctive, moving, and powerful, told with generosity and pluck, Out of the Corner is a memoir about a never ending personal evolution, a coming of age story for women of every age.

Out of the Corner: A Memoir Reviews

  • Carolyn T.

    The only thing I disliked about this book is she goes on and on and on about her parents, her nanny, her Grandmother.I was likeGet to the good stuff, we want to know about you, although I am not finished yet I find it hard to keep picking it up

  • Lori L

    Jennifer Grey takes you on a real honest journey of her life so far. Stories from her colorful childhood to her rise as an actress in an iconic role. She doesn’t hold anything back.

  • laverne tozer

    terrific book

  • Eric WT

    It was a given that I would read this book! Having been a huge fan of Dirty Dancing, Jennifer Grey, and Patrick Swayze, I read his book The Time of my Life and enjoyed it. When I heard Jennifer wrote one I was definitely looking forward to it. And she did not

  • DeAnn Watson

    I’ve always been a fan of Baby and Johnny and until now it never really occurred to me to reach much farther then that. Jennifer’s a very descriptive writer which I enjoyed. She is also kind and compassionate about all the characters she mentions. I commend her for that as

  • Rita Lavender

    What a wonderful writer Jennifer Grey is. This account of her life is so absorbing you won't want to put it down. For all fans of Jennifer and Dirty Dancing, this is a must read.

  • Pauline Matheson

    A good and surprising read Who would have guessed?

  • erin pizzey

    I love Dirty Dancing and I’ve watched a film many many times this memoir traces Jennifer Gray’s life and it includes the making of that iconic film. This is a very powerful book and she exposes herself mercilessly which makes me like her even .

  • goodreads Customer

    Ooening this book you think is going to be a sad story and its not is a wonderful look at the life of one of the best actresses i have ever seen on the screen. From the first page it grips you demands you read right til the last page. Really enjoyed this on and i dont usually read biographies at all

  • donna

    The start of the book is slow but it’s very interesting and a little “wow really”?!? I kept picking it up and had difficulty putting it down! I would recommend this book to everyone

  • Sheree B.

    Superbly written and resonated with me as we’re from the same era. Reading about her childhood experiences with the theatre had me hooked. Also, knowing I was not alone (even if poles apart in upbringing), in the angst and trappings of the demon alcohol made me feel less judgemental about myself! Thanks JG for that. Reading about her health woes were an eye opener and I especially enjoyed her take on motherhood and DWTS. I loved this book!

  • julia Wittich

    The book started a bit slow but keeps up mid through the book. Interesting. Worth a read. :)