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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful. I loved this bookBy Charles E. ReyI loved this book. I found out some things about Cannonball I didnt know. For instance he was a diabetic; I had heard he was a heroin addict and that was not the case; unfortunately for Cannonball he had a huge appetite and his weight definitely did not help him in the end. He was a very intelligent musician and also was very good at interacting with people. I also liked finding out his wife Olga was the woman who played Bill Cosbys sister-in-law in the early 70s Bill Cosby show. They had a good marriage until he passed. You also will find out his dealings with the record companies and how musicians such as Miles Davis and Quincy Jones were involved in his life as well. Although not a autobiography I still found myself a little moved after reading the book as I feel he passed too soon an 47. I guess that is always how one feels when one of the greats passes away at an early time in ones life . Good job by the author in my opinion.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. A Good Cross-Section Biography of Cannonball Adderley.By GavinThis is s good beginners guide to the music of Julian "Cannonball" Adderley; Nothing very new is revealed here but the book is still a valuable source of information on someone who was one of the greatest voices of alto saxophone and arguably one of the best bandleaders ever. Adderley was also an educator and one wishes he had lived much longer as his influence and his personality is much needed in todays Jazz scene.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Have been a Cannonball fan for a very long time ...By Hertzel GrotchHave been a Cannonball fan for a very long time. The book is knowledgeable and well done.Hopefully this will foster a more in-depth personal book