I loved this book. When you think of Tori Spelling you think rich girl, no brain, homewrecker. By the time I finished this book, which only took two days, I loved
her and actually feel empathy for all that happened to her and what it must have been like to have her mother. It was worth every penny.

I was always a bit intrested in Tori Spelling's life being able to grow up at the Manor. But I really appericated her story. She digs DEEP into her life she doesn't hold anything back. Especially about her mother. This is a great book and I think everyone should read it. Tori is the perfect example of life not always being easy when your famous, somtimes it's harder!

This was a great book if you want to know all the details of Tori's life from her perspective. You can tell she wrote it .. there is a lot of muis-punctuation and strange sentences, but that makes it that much more real and believable. I was happy after awaiting this book for a while!

I really enjoyed this book. I watched 90210 as a teenager and I watched Tori and Dean Inn Love and liked both of those shows. It was very interesting reading all of Tori's life stories. I found this book hard to put down. She is a great story teller!

I've always been a fan of Tori's, especially after watching Inn Love, and now the 2nd season, back in Hollywood. The book is an easy read, I finished in 2 days. I was pretty obsessed with 90210 back in the day, so I LOVED all the details on what was going on behind the scenes. Tori is so likeable and seems down to earth, besides her upbringing. Her strained relationship with her mom is a major topic in the book, and it amazes me how a mother could treat her daughter the way Tori was treated. Anyways, I'd read it again, and I would read another book by Tori.

I read this book at Barnes and Noble one afternoon, and oddly, find myself now wishing I had bought it. (Surely it's a great read for a thunderstorm-filled summer day like today.)
As a 90210 fan, I'm just as guilty of pigeon-holing Donna Martin...er...Tori Spelling. So I was surprised to thoroughly enjoy her book sTORI Telling! It is NOT a poor-little-rich-girl tale. It reads more like a humorous memoir, with some pretty sweet description of her life in Beverly Hills (the town as well as the show). Tori herself proves to be a gifted storyteller, with a solid narrative voice.

I recommend That's How the Light Gets In: Memoir of a Psychiatrist by Susan Rako, M.D. The title comes from a song by Leonard Cohen: "There is a crack, a crack in everything. That's how the light gets in." Rako's book is fascinating, remarkably candid, and a really great read. The writing just flows.

This book is a quick read, like a long article in People magazine. Tori is quite honest about her failed first marriage and her frosty relationship with her mother. I love her cuz I have some of the same issues in my life (rich family, mom who shops and wants to keep all the inheritance money). The book has some fun moments in it, and she dishes a bit on her 90210 co-stars. It was interesting to find out she didn't actually grow up at "the biggest house in L.A." but instead in a big house in Bel Air. Her parents built "The Manor" as they call it when she was almost finished with high school. She also was basically raised by a black nanny from Crenshaw (a rough neighborhood in L.A.) and feels more emotionally attached to her than her mother. Includes a psychic prediction by Terence Trent D'arby (!) and a cleansing by a voodoo priestess! It was sad to learn how many abusive relationships Tori was in, and I hope her marriage to Dean (showcased in their TV shows on the Oxygen network) works out ... their whirlwind romance ended both their previous marriages, so karma may not be kind.

This was a fun, easy read. I was a huge 90210 fax, but I became a Tori fan after watching "Tori and Dean Inn Love" and bought the book. She's the real deal!!

The reason I bought this book as I wanted to find out more about the relationship between Tori and her mother. Tori was very honest and really did not trash her mother as she probably should have. She told the truth and did not comment after - she lets you draw your own opinion. And my opinion is - holy moly - I am surprised that Tori grew up as well as she did. And the reason why she grew up with values and love in her heart is due to her beloved Nanny. Candy Spelling is Joan Crawford, Mommie Dearest, without the screaming and no wire coat hangers fetish. Tori has been walking around with a knife in her back for years that her mother dear put there as many times as she had the opportunity to do so. The book is well written and interesting. Nothing is left out - all about her first marriage and then the true love of her life, Dean, and their meeting and marriage. Beautiful. We should all be so lucky to find true love as Tori and Dean. Good job, Tori.

I was not a Tori Spelling fan but ran across this book and thought I would read it. Tori has a self deprecating whit about her that makes her seem so much more real and easy to relate to. I am sure that it was hard growing up in her household. I know, she had access to fancy cars, money and whatever, but she still worked, and she actually is a normal human being with normal feelings. With a Mother like hers it's no wonder she was not more screwed up in the head than she was. I wish her and Dean the best, but I don't hold a lot of faith in Hollywood marriages. Especially ones that happen within a month or so. But it was interesting to read about how she really grew up and her struggles to fit in. Also, the title....Stori Telling....the play on her name? Priceless.

I REALLY enjoyed this book. SO funny and enlightening as well. A must for any 90210 fan. I hope she writes more books.

Any diehard 90210 fan will love this behind the scenes, inside look at what really goes on in Donna Martin's life. However, as much as I loved the gossip side of things, I finished it and felt like I wanted to know more. The anecdotes are good, but slightly glossed over, and it jumps around and skips massive junks of her life. I know it would be hard to fit in everything, but a little more would have been nice. Overall, an enjoyable read for a rainy day.

While I was a fan of 90201, I only viewed Tori Spelling as the producer's daughter. But I fell in love with her when I saw the too-short series NoTORIous. What a sense of humor! The book was an extension of that very funny person.

I have always been fascinated with Tori & her Mom since I saw them in a magazine ad for I think it was a jewlery line many years ago. Tori was a small girl. I wish her and her Family nothing but the best, that includes her Mom & Brother. I thought her book was a great read, very honest and interesting. The kind of book you can kick back and read when you want to treat yourself to some relaxing time. Passed it on to a friend who enjoyed it as well. Good Book!

I remember watching Tori Spelling on 90210 and not being a fan of hers, I thought she was really ditzy. So when I read about her new book I didn't know what to expect. The reviews were surprising good, so I gave it a try. I can't remember how many times I laughed while I was reading this book, but I know that I want to see and read more of Tori.

I was extremely surprised by this book. I wasn't a huge fan of Tori Spelling, but did watch 90210. I couldn't believe what an easy read the book was and found myself not wanting to put it down. Each time I had just a few minutes out came my kimble to just sneak in a few pages. This was the first book I completed on my newly purchased kimble and I loved it. I love the kimble, it's great to be able to have a few books going at the same time. I find when I'm not in the mood for one book, I will switch to another one. Not that case with this book, I coulnd't put it down. I'm actually kinda bummed I finished it so quickly. I found a lot in common with Tori and her relationship with her mom. I think from this point on I'm always gonna wonder how Tori and her mom are and if they're talking, weird I know, but this book makes you care. Great book, great read!!

I must admit I wasn't a Tori Spelling fan before I read this book. In fact the only reason I picked it up was to read about Shannen Doherty! After reading it though I must say I have developed new respect for Tori. She takes a very honest look at her life -- her faults and her attributes. She's also not afraid to admit she's made mistakes in her romantic life, and in doing so motivates you to take inventory of your own relationships.

This book is a collection of stories -- 90210 stuff, what it was like growing up in Aaron Spelling's shadow and dealing with her mother, trying to make it in Hollywood when you're only known as Aaron's daughter. I think everyone can relate to one of Tori's experience, or at least be greatful that they didn't have them. At times the book does get a little too ... too much (if you read, you'll know what I mean) especially when she's talking about her separation and divorce. All in all, this is an quick and entertaining book to read.

I enjoyed this book and read it in one sitting. I had seen the author on TV talking about her book and ordered it for that very reason. A great book for a 'quick read' as it's one you can read in a short amount of time.

An interesting look into a life we think we know alot about but we do not. Good read.

I have always been a big 90210 fan and couldn't wait to read about all the drama behind the scences. This book did not disapoint! It also gave me a new perspective on Tori Spelling's home life. Having parents with lots of money is not all it seems!

I just started reading her book today when I got it & I can just tell I'm gonna enjoy it,Tori is Not what the "Awful Media Lies Say"or shall I say SELL & I wonder how many ppl are hurting every day,all in the Name of GREED,it makes Me SICK!! It's gotten so I doubt most of what the News tries to tell/sell to me & I'll often go on-line and ck for myself seeing it seems that the Media must just not have enough time to ck there Facts,and there was a time when I though the News ppl had Ethics they had to follow,lying was a NO,NO but when I caught them in many a LIE I was appalled to find they Lost or Sold Out mabey to the Highest Bidder????
It's kinda Sad that Tori had to write a Book to tell us her side but I'm glad she did,it just shows in her words what the Media took & Lied about.I wish Tori nothing short of Love & Hope the Very Best for her & her Growing Family......

I loved this book. Finished reading it in 1 day!! Non stop, can't put down interesting. I had no idea Tori Spelling was so funny and interesting. I really admire her and have come to love her in a whole new way.

I have always had mixed feelings about Tori Spelling but have newfound respect and fondness for her.

I really enjoyed reading this book. She is so sarcastic at times and it makes you laugh. If you are a 90210 fan, there are some great stories for you.

"sTORI Telling" was a light, easy read, but informative as an entertainment-based book could be in this day and age.

I guess I was a social outcast of my generation because I wasn't glued to the TV whenever Beverly Hills, 90210 was on during high school (and I never watched Seinfeld, Friends or Sex and the City, either). And yet, for never watching 90210, I knew a lot about the cast members as well as the plot lines courtesy of those beloved tabloids (why bother watching anything when you know what's going to happen? I still believe in mystery and being surprised - pleasantly and unpleasantly) and the one thing that I constantly read about was how privileged Tori Spelling was growing up as the daughter of one of the most successful producers in television history.

Yes, I read all about how she grew up in the biggest house in Los Angeles (a big-time lie) and how her father had practically given her the part of Donna Martin in Beverly Hills, 90210 (another big-time lie) and what a monster she was for not being there when her father died (a total fabrication), the ugly feud she had with her mother (greatly exaggerated), and the rest of it. I never gave a second thought to the level of ugliness the tabloids sent Tori's way, but I now realize after reading her story that I allowed the tabloids to shape my opinion of someone that I didn't even know and had never seen act on TV, to boot. It was extremely refreshing to see just how much those tabloids blow everything out of proportion and her story has strengthened my resolve to never spend another red cent of my hard-earned money on them ever again (and I honestly hope those tabloid hacks don't remotely consider themselves journalists in any way).

Overall, I was pleasantly surprised at Tori's story. I concur with just about everyone else here that she came across as pleasantly down-to-earth and this is going to seem as though I'm loving someone else's misery, but it must be said that it was almost nice to see another example that money, indeed, cannot buy happiness. In the case of the Spelling family, it can't buy effective communication, either.

The more I read about Candy Spelling, the more I was reminded of the character of Jillian from the V.C. Andrews novel, "Web of Dreams." With some modifications, I wouldn't be surprised if Jillian was based, even loosely, on Candy.

I would have given this book five stars, but, quite frankly, I was disappointed that Tori did not go into her family history (unless she doesn't know it and/or doesn't care). I would have loved to have known where her parents' families came from (especially from what country her Jews came from). Also, it wasn't until Page 234 that she explains the origins of why her father was afraid of flying. This is something that should have been revealed when she first explained why he never flew so we weren't left guessing why until the end of the book. I also thought she was a bit hard on her first husband, Charles Shanian, but that's the price one pays for being brutally honest, I guess.

Speaking of her time with her first husband (who was a hot piece!), I loved it when she stated on Page 113 how little going to church meant to her. I share those sentiments and I'm glad someone else was able to put into words what I've been feeling all these years - "For me spirituality is abstract and very individual. I believe in God and past lives and afterlife and angels, but not in a defined, 'Here's how it all works' way.'" Describing church as "...a giant game of Simon Says" was the big "BINGO!" moment for me of this book.

But she admitted, though not directly, that she didn't understand why "Charlie" (as she kept calling him throughout the book) was so adamant about religion. In his defense, the fact that he's Greek Armenian says it all - both Greeks and Armenians identify with religion as part of their national identity. They're gung-ho about it because it's part of who they are (and, let's face it, after all both groups have been through, why the surprise?).

Tori's book was overall entertaining and, believe it or not, a bit of a lesson in how not to communicate with your family (primarily via email). Folks who have communication issues should definitely pick this book up, absorb it, and then do the exact opposite of what the Spellings did to "resolve" any conflict that arose.

I give Tori credit for being so forthright about her childhood and her current family situation and for publicly admitting the steps she's taking to change her ways. It takes a lot of courage to open up in front of millions of people (and then have those same people make judgments about you later on). The general praise for this book is well-deserved. - Donna Di Giacomo

I always have been a fan of Tori Spelling, even though I don't particularly remember why I started to be. Certainly with Beverly Hills, 90210, but most likely more from her campy TV movies like Mother, May I Sleep With Danger? and her excellent performances in movies like Trick and The House of Yes that really made me a fan. In the past few years, I've started to like her even more as she has started to show off her friendly and genuine personality in interviews. This book is hilarious, seems completely believable, and Tori comes across as a girl who works hard and has a true sense of herself. I want every person who has ever been surprised when I mention how funny I think Tori is to read this book. Her ridiculously brief show So NoTORIous is hilarious as well. When Tori dedicates this book to her gay fans, she finishes an excellent memoir on an appropriate tone. I hope her career only goes up from here; she deserves to be considered a great comedic actress!

I never had an opinion either way about Tori. I thought she was fun in Scary Movie 2, and then got totally addicted to So NoTORIous. I couldn't believe how down to earth and self-deprecating she was, and it seemed so sincere. Her book confirmed that too! And I learned that in the end, little girls (rich or poor)are the same, and all we really want is that damn Barbie dream house :-)

This is really a smartly written book. I thoroughly enjoyed it and it's a great read. Tori is very candid in here and seems honest throughout. She doesn't pull any punches when it comes to talking about her relationships with her parents (especially her mother) and her collegues and the press and almost everyone else.
She starts off talking about her childhood and the dolls given to her each and every birthday that were really more for her mothers pleasure than for Tori herself. To some people she might sound brattish and spoilt, but she admits that she is fully aware that the average reader of her book might think "She wanted one car, but her parents gave her a different, more expensive care. The poor thing.", but she goes on to explain that her parents never bought her things that she would care for; it was more about what they wanted. She tells about how her best memory of her dad when she was a little girl, is helping scoop poop from their lawn. It was always the little things she loved and cared about more than the flashier things.
She talks a little bit about Shannen Doherty and what she and the other 90210 cast mates thought about her, Tori's abusive relationships, trying to get roles on her own merit, her first marriage and her second and the birth of her son Liam. All the things you might want to know about her are in here and it really is an interesting read and not totally superficial. I enjoyed it a lot and hope you do as well.

Tori, Tori, Tori, why are you sharing other people's private business? Is that how Nanny raised you? But, I'm glad you did because your book is a fun read! I loved it! And check out the ghost writer's book Candy and Me - A Love Story, It's one of the funniest books I've ever read.

Had a lot of preconceived ideas about Tori's character through the tabloids, but after reading this book, I am rid of them. Tori comes across as a normal, unspoiled girl who just happened to have been born into wealth. Like regular folk, she struggles with her mother and with insecurities concerning her appearance. Unlike normal folk, she has to deal with the stigma of her last name to get jobs in tv and movies and to be recognized as a qualified actress in her own right. I like this girl; her spirit and sense of humor touched me and made me smile throughout her honest account of her life thus far. The only downside here is in wanting to hear more from Tori. Here's hoping she'll continue telling her stories in a second book !

One great book! Tori Spelling does a great job at breaking all the tabloid myths printed about her. She is candid and honest in her writing. It is a miracle that she turned out so grounded despite her lavish upbringing. A must read for those who enjoy celebrity gossip. Kudos to you Tori!!! Best of luck in the future!

This was a very interesting book. It was nice to know more about her.

Quick and simple, it is a blog. A long entertaining blog at that. Tori's book is great.....very entertaining, and helps people see that it isnt about what you have or what it looks like you have....there is still room for unhappiness. I think a lot of readers may read it and get sick of the "poor little rich girl" talking about her horrible life, but come on......since when did material posessions (and ones you couldnt play with, at that!) buy happiness (what a cliche!)
I think the reader has to look beyond "the rich girl who gets everything" and recognize that this is a woman that probably has a different love language (The Five Love LAnguages, by Dr. Gary Chapman......not a plug, just a reference) than her parents......who clearly show love by giving (maybe?).....it doesnt help when Tori feels love by spending quality time with people(example.....scooping poop with her dad, and being on the set of the first movie with Dean) and she never seems to get that time with her parents.
If you would like a simple, entertaining read, get it......It made me want to read other famous people's books.

I will warn you though.....
After I read the book, I got really interested in getting "so noTORIous," Tori's TV show that is based on her life. It basically took every story in the book and made it come to life. SO, if you watched the shows on VH1, then the book will be no surprise. If you havent watched the shows, but feel you should based on the book.....think twice. It might not be worth your time (sad but, I think, true). The books is far better (have you heard that before?)

I absolutely LOVED this book! I especially recommend this book if you were a fan of 90210! I really had a hard time putting the book down. The insight she gives into the world of being raised by the mother she had and being Aaron Spelling's daughter is great.

I never was a huge Tori Spelling fan and grew up watching 90210 religiously. However, reading this very personal and honest account of Tori's life thus far has turned me into a true fan. I absolutely loved this book and recommend it to anyone. I was most surprised to see how likeable Tori really is. She explains her insecurities and mishaps with humor & genuine humbleness (and I don't feel it's forced ala Tyra Banks style- "I'm just like you, believe me! Like me!").
What I found most surprising was Tori's childhood and family life. It was nothing like you'd assume and you clearly realize that the grass isn't always greener. Not everyone with money has a charmed life. The stories about her mother are unbelievable!
The format and style in which the book is written is impressive. I couldn't put it down. Great Job Tori! You're a class act!

If you loved 90210 and love celebrity gossip then you will probably enjoy this book. It's a quick read full of fun tidbits of celebrity gossip and a glimpse into Tori Spelling's real life.

I found this book to sad that had so much cannot find happjness. It was apparent early that Candy was jealous of her daughter. I feel she never knew love as a child other than Nanny. no wonder she made bad judgement in her quest to find love. Tori does know hard work and is going to be a great mother. she will need help in overcoming the control her mother has over her. i also believed she married for money whereis Tori adored her father.

I really enjoyed the book, she is funny and down to earth.I could not stop reading the book when i was finishing it. Congratulations Tori.

While getting my hair done I picked up People magazine and came across an aritcle about Tori Spelling. Having only known of Tori from 90210, I was pleasantly surprised to learn that she was very much different from her TV character. The article intrigued me enough to buy the book. I loved it!! What a down to earth, nice, fun person. The book read well too. I couldn't put it down. When I finished I found myself wanting more. I DVR'd her reality show "Tori & Dean: Inn Love" (loved it) and bought the DVD of her VH1 show "SoNotorious" (loved it). I hope she writes more in the future!

I really enjoyed this book. I love anything to do with Hollywood. It was interesting to see how Tori grew up and all that she went through with her family.

I loved this book. Not only was it very easy to read, I was impressed with how honest Tori was about her life growing up, her love for her brother and father and how horrid her mother really is.

I would recommend this book to anyone who wants to hear the truth and sick of what they read in the gossip mags. Go Tori...

I could not put this book down. Having watched 90210 and thinking "what a great life she must have" well this book sure proved me wrong. You cannot judge her by her last name. The relationship between her Mother and her was a shock. Most little girls have "normal" birthday parties, but her Mother had a party more for herself than for Tori. I always thought she was a spoiled rich chick, but this book proves that is not so. It actually made me sad to read about her family.

This book is just fantastic. You can picture everything she is telling you as if she were there. Great reading weather you are a fan or not. It's good to hear her side of the story for a change.

very entertaining! I could barely put the book down once I started reading. If you were a fan of 90210 this is a must read! Tori Spelling is a witty and honest author. I really enjoyed her honesty and humor.

Read this book a few weeks ago and thoroughly enjoyed it. It was a very quick read and I was almost sorry to get to the last page. Just goes to show that people aren't always what we think. And that the grass isn't always greener.

Tori Spelling has a genuine sense of humor, and an outlook on life that would make anyone want to be her friend. Although I once thought she was the typical spoiled, rich little girl riding her parents coat tail, this book dispelled that myth. I found out that she definitely made an attempt to stand on her own two feet. I admired her honesty when discussing the relationship she had with her parents and her part in the demise of her first marriage. Spelling definitely changed my opinion of her. After reading comments about Bobby Brown: The Truth, The Whole Truth and Nothing Butâ¦I definitely think people will have a different opinion about Bobby Brown as well. I am anxiously awaiting his release. He seems to be very honest about his past relationships also.

I really enjoyed Tori's book and to learn about what she felt about her life. The book was very interesting and I would recommend it to anyone.

Great book, love the details. The pictures are a nice touch. I hope everything works out Tori.

I was pleasantly surprised by this peek into the private "world of Hollywood". Tori Spelling may have been born into a very rich life but she went through heartache and some very trying situations just like the rest of us do. I truly respect her.

I knew viturally nothing about Tori Spelling before buying this book. All I knew was that she went through a lot of crap with the public and people saying mean things about her. That is what made me want to buy it. I wanted to know how this girl got through everything. And what a story she has to tell! This was the perfect balance of light and deep. It was easy to read and I felt like she was someone I wanted to be friends with when I was done reading it. Tori is real. She is quirky and is honest about that. My favorite part of her is her quirkiness. Its' beautiful - foul mouthed and all - although I don't think she swears a whole lot in her book. She is fun, kind, accepting, brave, and truthful. She paints her whole truth and nothing but the truth. Some of it had to be tough to share with the world, but she did it! Tori is humanizing and would make a great friend who would never judge you. You could be completely you in her presence and she'd warmly accept you. If only there were more people like that. I'm so happy that I read it.It's a fast, easy, read. Like you're getting a long letter from a long lost friend.