Abrams Press Didn't We Almost Have It All: In Defense of Whitney Houston

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I was nervous about how this started out: I thought “here goes a Whitney super fan writing about his idol and this is going to be constant praise” but that’s not at all what we got. While yes there are many praises for Whitney accomplishments as a singer, Kennedy delivers a look at how her influence was brought on by other Black artists (including her mother, Aretha Franklin, and her cousin, Dionne Warwick) how she inspired and shined her light on more artists like Brandy and Lauren Hill and paved the way for contemporary divas such as Beyoncé and Alicia Keys. This book also takes a deep dive into Whitney’s personal struggles with drugs, her marriage to rapper Bobby Brown, and her hidden and controversial relationship with Robyn Crawford. As a huge fan of Whitney, I was excited to read more about her life and what I got was an expertly written exposé on Whitney, her contribution to Black entertainment, and her impact on other artists.

Este libro es un justo homenaje a la "voz". Historias vista desde otra perspectiva, conmovedoras, significativas. Espero que Whitney sepa que cambió el mundo.Siempre la amaré.

I have zero dislikes. I knew before I read the book how amazing it was going to be off Gerric Kennedy’s name. I’ve always enjoyed his writing, he did not disappoint with this book. I learned so much, made me see so many things from different angles. Wow just wow. This book is a must read!

An unexpected tribute from another point of view. But even 10 years after, I ask myself why does it hurt so bad?Thanks to the writer for taking me again to places I've never been, like Newark, L.A, with Whitney by my side. I never met her.