What You Wanna Know: Backstreet Boys Secrets Only a Girlfriend Can Tell

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Summary: I COULDN'T PUT IT DOWN!
Review: This is an awesome book! I read it in 2 hours because I couldn't put it down! It doesn't degrade the Backstreet Boys at all. It's a definite must have for every Backstreet, or Brian Littrell fan. It's filled with personal stories about the Boys, and I couldn't get enough! I recommend that every fan buy it! I must applaud the author, Samantha Stonebraker, as well for putting the whole book together wonderfully!

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Summary: It portrays the BSB as normal, down to earth people!
Review: Well, where do i begin? At first I was against this book until I talked with the author. Samantha is not out to tarnish the image of the Backstreet Boys, actually she gives them all the credit they deserve in this book! It does not tell every detail of her relationship with Brian Littrell, but simply some interesting things that happened while she traveled with the band and dated Brian. The only details given about her relationship with Brian is some of the cute, sweet things he did for her like calling and singing on her answering machine. Yes, Samantha does talk about some of the faults that the Backstreet Boys have, and we should expect this because they are normal human beings like YOU! Everyone makes mistakes! This book does not tell anything about the Backstreet Boys that wouldn't happen to normal people, for example, she wrote about an argument that Brian and Kevin had one night. No, the details of the argument were not given, but it was only said that it was pretty heated. Samantha makes sure to have the reader think about his/her life by asking questions that would relate to the actions of the Backstreet Boys. For example, she writes, "Imagine getting four of your friends and spending every second together. Do you think you would ever fight? Probably-but you would have a good time too, wouldn't you?."(pg46) Any faults described in this book are backed up by the fact that everyone has these exact faults and NO ONE IS PERFECT! In writing this, Samantha shows the fans of the Backstreet Boys that they are human beings just like each and everyone of us! They shouldn't be viewed as these pop stars on pedastals above everyone else because they aren't! The best part about the book was the way Samantha showed the love that the Backstreet Boys have for their fans! She made it a point to make sure each and every person that read this knew that the Boys loved every fan, and that they knew it was only because of the fans that they are what they are today. As for why she wrote this book, you will have to read it and find out, that is one of the questions she answers in it! Most people that hold views against this book have been told that it is a "tell-all" about her relationship with Brian Littrell, but it is the exact opposite. The reader learns a little bit about each band member. Nothing in this book changed my view of the Backstreet Boys in a negative manner, but it did make me realize that they deal with normal everyday things like me. The only image tarnishing Samantha does in this book is that of the former management of the Backstreet Boys. Personally, I think they deserve it! From the book I learned that some of the band members were forced to perform while extremely ill, and Samantha herself was in extreme pain for almost a week because the Backstreet Boys' former management would not allow her to be taken to the hospital! Simply an inside look at the life of the Backstreet Boys, "What You Wanna Know" is a book that lets fans learn interesting facts about the band members and what they are like off stage as well as on stage. Samantha also offers advice to readers about break-ups with a boyfriend/girlfriend. She lets the reader know that their is life after a break-up! This book had me laughing and crying, and I will probably read it again, and I will definitely back Samantha up 100%!

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Summary: New, True Facts
Review: What You Wanna Know...is the best book that any true BSB fan could read. These are the real facts told by someone that was actually there. These aren't stories that someone researched or made up. This true life and a great interesting book. The topics are covered in a mature fashion and acceptable for all ages. I wasn't sure how I felt about this book before it was released. Now I am so happy that I bought it. Samantha did a great job of telling fans what we want to know while still keeping certain things private. A great book that all true fans should read.

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Summary: This book is totally worth reading it
Review: When I first heard about Brian Littrell's ex-girlfriend writing a book, I didn't know what to think about it. I was sure that it was going to be some stupid thing which this girl only wanted to make money with. But since I'm a really curious person (LOL) I eventually bought it. And now I was really surprised. Actually this is a real good book and what I really appreciated not a tell-all story at all. And besides it's not only about the relationship of Brian and Samantha, but also you find out a lot of interesting facts about the other Backstreet Boys. Also Sam is a very good writer which makes the whole thing even better. So, I really recommend everybody to read this book. It's really worth it! :)

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Summary: An Excellent Inside Look on the BSB!
Review: When I first heard about Samantha's book I figured it was going to be a tell all book about her and Brian's relationship. Then when I saw it in the store I flipped through it and decided to check it out, I was very happy I did in the end! Samantha's book gives BSB fans a great inside look on how being a BSB girlfriend would really be like and she also shows what the guys are really like. Instead of being angry at Samantha, she's made me like the BSB even more after reading this! I congratulate her on an excellent book and to all the fans that think she was hurting Brian by writing this..check out the book and you'll see just how wrong you were!

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Summary: Like The Cliff Notes On The BSB!
Review: Where do I begin, but with the fact that this book is the deal! I just bought the book and couldn't put it down until it was completely read! Sam, you rock! I love how positive the messages are, but give the inside details that we've never had before now. Sam does NOT cross the line and expose things that are too personal, it's perfect! Don't knock it before you read it, I was a nonbeliever at first too! You're missing out if you don't get this book, a must have for any true BSB fan!

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Summary: The best bsb book ever
Review: WOW! sam's book is awsome it is neat to read a book by someone who actually knows the bsb, i laughed and cried when i read this book she told some great stories to i'm soooo glad it WASN'T a tell all! Samantha must be a great person to write such a nice book about the time her and brian were together and she even answers her e-mails! i'd luv to meet her, when she does book signings i'll be first in line, Samantha is my hero! if u don't like this book or don't buy it u r not a true bsb fan!