You Have No Idea
by Vanessa Williams
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Critic Rating
59%
Critic Reviews: 18
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91%
Reader Ratings: 141
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Synopsis
The highly anticipated first book by a widely respected entertainerWhen Vanessa Williams was growing up, she had a plan: She'd go to college and major in musical theater; afterward she'd get her MFA from the Yale School of Drama, and then she would embark on a successful career on Broadway. And to make sure she stayed on that path, her mother, Helen Williams, gave her a list of things that she should never— ever—do. Near the top of that list was “never ever... more
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- All Critics: 18
- Positive: 14
- Negative: 4
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Elizabeth Willse | 6 May 2012
Having her mother’s input as part of the book tempered that, and made reading this better.
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BlogHer | 2 May 2012
It's also not just another celebrity memoir... It's a story about how we can't let others shape our opinions of ourselves and how determination can get you far in this world.
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Gabbing with Grace | 3 May 2012
Vanessa’s early penchant for getting into all sorts of trouble is quite humorous.
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La Buena Vida | 3 May 2012
I guess the bottom line is that it wasn't my favorite book I've read this year, but it also wasn't a bad book by any means...
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What Now and Why | 3 May 2012
“You Have No Idea” tells the timeless tale of mothers and daughters: the push and pull, the tug of war for understanding, patience, acceptance, love, guidance.
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Do Not Faint | 3 May 2012
Williams demonstrates humility and a sense of humor about herself when she hands the book over to her mother so that we can hear Mom’s side of the story.
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Reading Reality | 3 May 2012
I read this pretty much straight through, which isn’t something I often do for biography, so that’s a big plus.
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Charlotte Rains Dixon | 3 May 2012
Anyway, if you're a fan and you get the chance to read this book, do it.
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The Adventures in Baby | 3 May 2012
Vanessa and Helen are relatable, but exciting.
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Bio Girl Blog | 3 May 2012
She couldn't talk me in to caring, and I think that is the key to a really good memoir.
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A Better and Magnificent Mom | 3 May 2012
I also admired that there is no sugar coating in this book.
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The Suniverse | 3 May 2012
I was surprised at how entertaining this book was - both Williams are almost painfully honest throughout.
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Last Mom on Earth | 3 May 2012
Vanessa and Helen Williams did their best to tell the truth, and they were even kind of likeable... which is a real compliment coming from somebody like me.
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Absolute Mommy | 3 May 2012
This book was also the perfect example of the mother/daughter dynamic.
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Kristendom | 3 May 2012
...it swung wildly back and forth between Vanessa’s career to her love life, without much meat in between or reason.
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Sunny Vegan | 3 May 2012
You Have No Idea is a great read from beginning to end...
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Pardon the Dog Hair | 3 May 2012
Their work ethic and determination is commendable, but reading about their relationship with one another is what I enjoyed most.
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