The memoir of Paris Hilton: Paris rose to prominence as an heiress to the Hilton Hotels empire, but cultivated her fame and fortune as the It Girl of the aughts, a time marked by the burgeoning twenty-four-hour entertainment news cycle and the advent of the celebrity blog. Using her celebrity brand, Paris set in motion her innovative business ventures, while being the constant target of tabloid culture that dismissively wrote her off as
famous for being famous.'
She’s become an advocate for reform in the 'troubled teen' industry, testifying before Congress about her experience ... Now embracing her ADHD as her 'superpower,' these days Hilton focuses on being a mogul with a perfume and jewelry line and other ventures, with a legion of fans she calls her 'Little Hiltons.'
Revealing ... Those unimpressed by the author’s occasional solipsism are likely to appreciate her advocacy for survivors of cultish care centers. Affecting and triumphant, this is a must-read for Little Hiltons.
A memoir with surprising depth and purpose ... Hilton, with the assistance of a ghostwriter, presents a tender and triumphant account of her life so far. The author is furiously candid about multiple instances of sexual abuse she suffered as an adolescent ... Perhaps the most impressive thing about this memoir is the gracious and compassionate eye with which Hilton views her past. Unlike many other similar stories, there is no tone of self-pity or martyrdom ... Delivering a master class in owning your story, Hilton shows how to live with purpose, compassion, and beauty.