Widow Basquiat: A Love Story Kindle Edition

The only reason I put this book down as I was reading it was to look up a person or a picture referenced or to play the music mentioned. The writing is exquisitely simple and evocative. The structure is brilliant. I loved every second of this experience.

I bought this book for my husband, and he really enjoyed it. At first, the unusual writing style bothered him, but by 50 pages in, he'd become used to it. He has always been a huge fan of Basquiat's art, but knew little about him as a person. So, he was very disturbed by many of the revelations in this book about Basquiat's true character. For a man who is very respectful of women, the book was almost too much. But ultimately, he came out with a greater understanding of the artist and the art. My husband is a successful artist, so it meant a lot to him to see how Basquiat operated during his depressingly short life.I have not read the book, because honestly the writing style puts me off also. But for a unique look into the artist's tragic life, this book is priceless. And Suzanne's story is one of a woman who really beat the odds. Overall, this book comes highly recommended by Mr. Willis.

I am a fan of Clement's skill of writing about the edges of things. Her other 2 books , like this one, begin with a peep show...at first you are safe as the watcher. Then as you are reading along there comes the blast to your mind, as it opens every pore up, and you realize you have a human responsibility in what she is exposing.All people are asked to fight daily for the right to live ...against all the odds that are placed before them.Which is most necessary, the painter, or the muse...or could it possibly be the Man ?Clement is a writer of space, and since it is only our edges that we get to decide, I for one, am always moved by what she chooses to put into print.

I had read this book before and loved it--- so this time I bought it as a gift. It's such an amazing look at the NYC art scene during that period. All the big artists of that time make an appearance and even Madonna shows up and gets in a chick fight. Ultimately, it's a love story between one of our great American artists and the woman who loved him probably more than he loved himself. I have to admit that I re-read it before I gave it as a gift. Couldn't resist. :) Definitely my favorite Basquiat book. It's small, but packs a punch.

It's been a while since I picked up a book I couldn't put down. This was definitely one of them. It's short, but leaves you with a feeling as if you were there. You know those books that make you feel like you are in a cloud of something else for a short while? The ones that leave you thinking about things when you are done with them? This is one of those. I could imagine myself right along side. it is very well written and a joy to read. I loved it and so did my daughter.

A quick and interesting walk through the inside of the art club scene of the 80's as depicted through the love affair of Basquiat and Suzanne things we have heard before and others we have not. I'm always fascinated by the inner stories of this time as ok live ed d through them myself in LA. Poetic. Memories of what it is to be young to live free and to create and those that live through it and those that die by it. It was a fast and enjoyable ride.

Jean-Michel Basquait speaking Spanish is inspiring more than anything. I'd like to wake up an artist similar to him and Andy. I'll recommend this book to go getters in industry with funny business. This book got helluv a rating from me. Time to read through what I skipped. It's nothing bad with skimming when your eager to read.

After viewing the Jean-Michel Basquiat's documentary film, The Radiant Child and viewing the motion picture based on his life, Basquiat I became instantly drawn to Basquiat's life story and his work. I bought this book for more insight on the man and the artist. This book is a quick read and it really does a great job in providing snapshots into the life of one of the greatest, most innovative visual artists to ever live. Whether you are conducting research on Basquiat or just want to know more about him, this book is a must-read. It is kooky, cerebral, tragic, melancholy, funny, and most of all poignant.

Tragic, romantic and very rock'n'roll - this beautifully written little easy read left me sobbing my heart out and aching to share and discuss it - hence the title of the review - it's going to be our first book.For Basquiat, Warhol, Art, 80's and New York lovers this is a treat, but don't expect a reference book on the period, there's more to this than that.

You won't find out much from this book about Basquiat. he is shown as a selfish, unpleasant drug addicted man who orders Suzanne around and she keeps tolerating his bad behaviour, sometimes leaving and trying to make a life of her own. Its sad, fragmented and unsatisfactory in every way. There are no pictures in the book. Its a glimpse of a chaotic horrible lifestyle with no clear communication between people, a bit like the atmosphere of Warhol's 'Cheslsea Girls' but at least that was a film with its own visual glamour. It gives no insight into how Basquiat was taken up by the art world or into his work.

This book is truly captivating. It is a beautifully painful love story and a poignant view of Basquiat’s life. My heart broke a hundred times reading it, but I would recommend it to anyone. The best little book I’ve read about someone’s life.

A good novel. Most about the woman of the title, of course.She has an indulgent character, very moved by her deep love.If we are looking for Basquiat's work insights, there are a few, but precise and of first hand.Basquiat appears like a romantic hero, living in poverty till his celebration by the critics.He looks like another Modigliani by many sides of his unquiet and suspicious personality.There is another end for artists than drug addiction. Basquiat did not find it, alas.The title character is strong, well depicted, often moving.We are surprised that she went through such a terrific love affair.

This is a very interesting story, well written and heart-felt, but gives you only a very limited perspective on the man and artist. If you're not looking to find an abundance of info on Basquiat, and you enjoy great life and love stories, this will more than do.