Synopses & Reviews
Here is an in-depth look at the life of one of pop music's hottest international stars. This book reveals the details of Rihanna's unhappy childhood, her wild child past that earned her the nickname of Rebel Flower, and how she found it therapeutic after her parents' troubled marriage to join the army.
A fascinating story of her transformation from schoolgirl Robyn Fenty to one of the most successful R&B artists in the world. Explores her turbulent relationship with singer Chris Brown which resulted in a photograph of her battered face making headlines around the globe.
Features exclusive interviews with Rihanna's old schoolfriends, producers, songwriters, video directors, journalists and many more who witnessed her transformation over the years. A must-read for fans new and old.
Synopsis
Rihanna's story is one of extremes. This sensational book traces her life growing up with a crack-cocaine dependant father in St Michael, Barbados before being fast-tracked to fame when Def Jam Records signed her after she relocated to the US at the age of 16.
About the Author
Chloe Govan has written about travel, lifestyle and music for a variety of publications around the world including Travel Weekly, the Times and Real Travel, where she has a monthly column. She is also the author of Katy Perry: A Life of Fireworks, also published by Omnibus Press.