Coreyography

UPDATE- There are not enough stars to give Corey for writing this book. He has helped shed light on a dark and evil side of Hollywood. I understand completely why he didn’t name anyone... he fears for his family and himself. Who can blame him?This is just the tip of the iceberg. It is far worse a situation than anyone can ever imagine. I know because after reading it, I decided to do further research. Then boom- the “pandemic” hit and trafficking was brought up again. It is definitely one of the most difficult pills I’ve ever had to take.Wow. I knew evil existed, I guess I just didn’t connect all the dots. While he doesn’t address it all and with good measure, it is definitely something to research. Please research and help protect all children!This book detailed his life from beginning to current. It’s missing bits and pieces of details concerning the family dynamics. I’m not even sure why or how his parents decided on an acting career for their children. It was a way of exploitation of their children and themselves.Corey didn’t paint them in the best picture, but I can’t blame him. His mother appears to be a selfish human being, whether she’s still doing drugs is never mentioned.His dad is another story all together. I feel bad for Corey in that it seems as though all through his childhood he had absolutely no one to love him or depend on. He, as every human being does- deserve love. UPDATE- this would make him the prime target for this type of evil.This book also took some jabs at Corey Haim that I was not prepared for. It was almost as if Corey Feldman was exploiting him most of the time. Something I felt disturbed by considering he calls himself a friend to Haim. UPDATE- I’m still confused about Haim. I believe he was hurt and I only can pray that he is resting in peace now.Feldman claimed he had enough to write about his own life that he didn’t feel he could write on Haim as well. This book, however says differently. The claims made regarding Haim and the lifestyle he chose seems so dark and depressing. As a Mother I can deeply understand why Haim’s Mother doesn’t condone this book. (I still stand by this, but maybe on the level she feels guilty for not doing more?)This book leaves you to your imagination as to where Haim’s ‘loving’ family was during his career. They had, after all picked up and moved to CA from Canada. Obviously the love or the exploitation was there as well. This confuses me regarding his Mother, little is said about her- if anything. Where were his on set guardians when he was accosted by said individuals? (Again, this makes him the perfect target.)I understand that sometimes parents aren’t to blame, but I can’t help but question how these two young actors were left unsupervised. By this I mean, unsupervised and left on their own?They were children left to make adult decisions. Decisions that I don’t know of any “normal” human having to deal with. This left me bothered, realizing that this probably paints one of the worst pictures of Hollywood. (Actually, I’ve learned there is even far worse going on in Hollywood than ANYONE can imagine!)With all set aside, this book was a good read- however I couldn’t help but believe that Feldman hurried the ending up to get it out. I felt rushed reading it, and he may have felt rush to finish it. At times I felt a little embarrassed with the details, so be prepared. But, it’s reality and Feldman definitely didn’t shy away from description. He neither held back from discussing Haim. As difficult as it was to read about Haim, it was just as difficult to believe that Feldman painted himself so much of a victim. I do believe him, sadly he was victimized but I am left to wonder why he has been so secretive about it — until recently. At least with all his Dr. Oz shows I hope now he is getting what he’s always thought he deserved- money for appearances. I really liked him, I feel sorry for him. I don’t believe he is crazy or attention seeking, I believe that Feldman truly is a great actor, so much so he had my attention. Each and every appearance, I liked him. Now, I’m not so sure. He’s a great actor, so I don’t know if what we see is just the part he wants us seeing. (Update- with all the suspicious people dying there’s no wonder he doesn’t want to name names!)This is a tale of “Two Corey’s”. One being stabbed in the heart and being unable to defend his side of the story. This is also why I find it so heart-breaking. Haim is not here to defend his actions, to tell his side of the story. He only has a Mother, who I pray Feldman has the decency to respect in any way possible. May she find the peace she is searching for.I thought this book would allow me the opportunity to understand better, but now I feel like I’ve read this dark and twisted memoir. Disturbing with an abrupt ending.****Please take note that in all honesty their life in Hollywood was before my time. I read this because I had been following the story and unfortunately became engrossed in this horrific tale. I’m left now with just one side of a story, wondering if it just that- a story. A very sad one. No I don’t doubt either one was subjected to abuse and I believe the allegations.It’s just too sad to realize that Corey Haim (who I know little of) is a person left with a legacy of being the ‘pretty’ little boy- not only in life but in death. I pray that he is at peace now and feels love and light that he seemed to need desperately in this sad world. I do wish that Corey Feldman would have mentioned more of the positive traits of Corey Haim. Instead I am left thinking that he truly did not have a true friend in Feldman. If this helps you to decide to read- then great. I do recommend it. It is definitely a memoir (dark) worth reading.Whether you know the tale of “two Corey’s” or not..... this is what the book is supposed to be about. Victims, both alive and dead. One with a voice and one without.Hollywood is darker than I thought- I’ve done so much research as a result of reading this book.For Feldman- you are truly a talented and brave person. Keep being true to yourself. In the end there are people that do wish you happiness and peace. I am one of those.

This is a great story about one child to man’s experiences with child stardom, enduring and overcoming various forms of abuse and still finding that internal “grit” to keep pushing forward.This book has so much more depth than I was expecting. The beauty of fame is so obvious but rarely, if ever, do you get such a realistic view into the underbelly of it all. Growing up loving the movies he was apart of, I never imagined what his life off set was truly like. Kids dream of being like the child stars they idol when in reality, these kids may be facing nightmares beyond anyone’s imagination.I thought the book was really well written and presented the reader a balanced view of Corey’s personal and professional experiences. What surprised me the most is how easily kids can be exploited in this business- both financially and sexually. Like the recent Harry Weinstein scandal, what is happening to children seems to be an “open secret” in Hollywood. I truly don’t understand how adults could know this and stay silent. I guess the bright lights of stardom blind people from doing what’s right.I think it’s great that Corey didn’t let those experiences end his life and that he continues to push forward and be the best version of himself he can be for his son. I only wish others could have found a way as well.

First I want to say that I was never a Corey Feldman fan. I was all about Corey Haim; however, this was a great book. A definite 5 star. I'm not sure why there were any 1 star reviews. I also noticed that most of the negative reviews were UNVERIFIED so that speaks volumes to me. Most of them called this book full of lies but to me it seemed extremely heart felt. One person couldn't believe Corey Feldman was the person doing the narration for the audio book so obviously it was fake. :/ Who else was supposed to narrate? Any autobiography I've listened to had the person doing the narration (unless deceased or unauthorized).Some reviewers wrote he talked about Corey Haim negatively but that is not true nor what was conveyed. He seems to be full of nothing but love towards him. They were life long friends and had been through so much together. He was also the ONLY one who seemed to argue that he didn't pass away from a drug overdose.Others mentioned that he should have named names if the sexual abuse was real. These people are living in a dream world. He explains there is statute of limitations in California. This means these people cannot be prosecuted for their past crimes. If he came forward the accusers could then go after him and sue him for defamation and ruin his life. Most people have no idea what it would be like for someone in a high position with plenty of money to come after them.I felt his honesty in his book was brutal and heartbreaking. I remember having such a crush on Corey Haim and thinking as a child how awesome it must have been to be a Hollywood star back then. What an eye opener to the reality of Hollywood.I actually finished this book in one day because it was that good. I hope others won't be distracted by the negative reviews (or his recent public singing). Maybe it will give you a clue why other artists came to his aid. I was never a fan of his but after reading this I am now.

This book was well written and covered some very difficult and disturbing subjects.I was a fan of all the 80's movies that Corey starred in and after reading this book I cannot help but feel the films are now tainted by those who exploited the children involved.I personally think Corey Feldman is very brave to write his biography especially given the strong allegations which he has presented and faced ridicule for (Barbara Walters). I hope now with the current situation in Hollywood people will start listening and uncovering the truth and save others from a life time of pain and in Corey Haim's case death.

A quality read around. A in-depth journey on the crazy life of being in the film industry at a young age in Hollywood & surrounding areas. Kids with little knowledge of adult life & being lead down paths that some would definitely not go down twice! I’ll ain’t all what it seems when there’s no boundaries set. Brutal as it sounds, you could wind up dead when you have the money, looks, drugs on speed dial & no one to tell you No! Corey Feldman was a pro in his earlier productions, even with the madness he & Haim was getting up to off set. I grew up on his films which were always great to watch time & time again! I would definitely recommend this book for a kid who grew up in the 80’s👍🏼

I like Corey Feldman, I've watched three of his films so I was intrigued when this autobiography appeared in one of my daily book emails. It was a heartfelt, open and honest account of his life and career. He's been quite frank about his accounts and I found I have more respect for him as a person after years of bad press. I would file this under a must read, even if you are only vaguely aware of who he is.

Growing up watching films like The Goonies and Lost Boys as soon as I heard Corey had released a bio I knew I had to read it.It's an honest tale about life under a microscope. No stone is unturned and no punches are pulled. At times it was tough to hear about the troubles he had with abuse and drugs but I was amazed by the fact he seems to have come out the other side a sane person. It must've taken a lot of courage to be honest about everything but it's an impulsive read as I couldn't put it down.

As a 70s child myself Feldman and Haim were very much my era of growing up and to read of what they went thru is diabolical an industry that should protect the stars of tomorrow abused them and spat them out, I wish you every success in your future Corey and may the Haimster rest in peace and I hope his and your abusers may eventually be brought to justice one day soon I thank you wholeheartedly for the movies you gave me throughout my child hood and can still say to this day The Lost Boys is still my favourite film many thanks