The Third Gilmore Girl: A Memoir by Kelly Bishop

Thank you to Gallery Books and NetGalley for my advanced reader copy of this book. This review is, as always, full of my genuine thoughts and opinion.

I was a late-bloomer when it came to the ‘Gilmore girls’ club. But, better late than never, and this TV series became such a comfort to me when I first watched it in 2016, during a traumatic year. Having read Lauren Graham’s memoir and enjoyed the behind-the-scenes content, I was thrilled to be granted an eARC for Kelly Bishop’s. Emily Gilmore is an icon! Admittedly, I don’t know much about Kelly Bishop, but that’s what made this book a wonderfully engaging read. Sure, I was waiting for the Gilmore chapters, but it was fascinating to read about her journey, beginning as a ballet dancer, and to learn a little more about a significant chapter in American TV, film and stage. Kelly is a enigmatic character and it was so interesting to see how she as a real-life person spilled into the ice queen that is Emily Gilmore. She is headstrong, talented, generous, ambitious and warm. At almost 80 years old, Bishop has overcome plenty of traumas and hurdles, and this felt like one of the more inspiring and ‘packed’ celebrity memoirs that I’ve read. It felt gorgeously human, and Kelly doesn’t shy away from revealing personal relationships and emotions, talking about making and spending money, and sharing the inside goss from her showbiz circuit. I totally recommend this to Bishop fans AND casual Gilmore fans!

The Third Gilmore Girl: A Memoir publishes internationally on 17 September 2024.