Summary:
The book is a memoir based on the diaries Carrie Fisher kept during the filming of the original "Star Wars" movie, revealing her thoughts and experiences as a young actress, including her intimate and complex relationship with co-star Harrison Ford. It provides a candid and humorous look at behind-the-scenes moments, her rise to fame, and the challenges of navigating Hollywood as a young woman.
Key points:
1. Honesty: Fisher openly shares her personal struggles, including her affair with Harrison Ford and battles with addiction and mental health.
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