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I'll Be There for You

By: Kelsey Miller
Narrated by: Kelsey Miller, Amber Benson
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Summary

Over twenty years since its low-profile debut and Friends is the most streamed show on UK Netflix. But has it stood the test of time? Are some parts of it more problematic than we remember? And who was the cast’s least favourite guest star?

The world’s most popular sitcom and biggest hit of a generation, Friends is a certified classic.

I’ll Be There For You is the definitive guide looking back at the TV phenomenon. Join Kelsey Miller and relive the show’s most iconic moments, explore some of its controversies, and look at the many trends it inspired – from oversized coffee cups to the infamous ‘Rachel’ haircut.

Packed with interviews, behind-the-scene anecdotes and the high-profile guest stars it attracted, I’ll Be There For You is the ultimate handbook for the most dedicated Friends aficionados out there.

©2018 Kelsey Miller (P)2018 HarperCollins Publishers

Critic reviews

"Funny, enlightening and incredibly well-researched." (Emerald Street)

"A fabulously detailed oral history [which] tackles the shows more problematic elements with aplomb." (The Pool

"The most in-depth look yet." (Stylist

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If you LOVE friends, this book isn't for you.

The author of this book spends its entirety looking for modern woke issue to pull apart a show made in a different time, for people more interested in comedy than virtue signaling wokeness.

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Thorough and revealing

Nostalgic and yet new information to me too. Time spent with Friends is always worthwhile.

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So disappointed!

I was really looking forward to this after listening to the 4 minute preview..to be honest I think the 4 minutes was probably the best bit.

There was far too much analysing on certain subjects, plus, far too much talking about other shows, in fact, I kept fast forwarding it, hoping to hear something interesting…I’m only glad that I got it with one of my (wasted now) free credits.
If you’re a true friends fan, then seriously, don’t bother.

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As someone who is new to the tv show "Friends" I wanted to get some more insight in to why this show is so beloved and was so popular with the older kids at my school. It came just a little before my time and I really wanted something that would help fill in the blanks on what I missed out on. This listen did not dissapoint and made some incredible connections between the show and life in a sobering and poignant way I don't normally here. There were moments that were uplifting and heartfelt just like the show in question and I would definitely recommend this to any Friends fan out there.

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F.R.I.E.N.D.S Forever.

Needed to hear this after soo long, absolutley loved it. It has taken me nearly 1 week to finish hearing it but it has been a magical journey. Well Done to the Author for a magnificent job.

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very well done

very well researched and doesn't shy away from the bad sides of the show. cannot reccomend enough

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