"There is Something about Crown Princess Mary" by Emma Tom (2005)

[Ethel]

http://www.abc.net.au/northcoast/stories/s1526959.htm

This article came out yesterday. It's about the book on CP Mary that Emma Tom wrote.

 

[Layla1971]

http://www.abc.net.au/northcoast/stories/s1526959.htm

This article came out yesterday. It's about the book on CP Mary that Emma Tom wrote.

Well, it gives a new angle to what the book will be about, but it still isn't right that anyone's privacy is invaded, least of all someone who's private details will be splashed across the tabloids. I won't be buying this book.

 

[Ethel]

I absolutely agree, I wouldn't buy it either, that part where they describe how a private investigator went through the rubbish in her bin is just sick!!!

 

[Margrethe II]

I agree that the way information was gathered is much to be admired, but as I collect all books & collectables relating to the Crown Princess, I shall also be purchasing this aswell. As I have already read it (the book, through a lovely friend of mine) I know what to expect so wont be expecting any shocking revelations etc.

I am simply buying it because whats the point of collecting if you chose not to collect?

"MII"

 

[Toledo]

Mandy, I found this from December 8th 2005, it's the most used headline title on Mary but in a new article on a book on her.
I don't know if it belongs here or if it was posted alreday but it has a photo of Mary before and after her life changed forever:

There is something about Crown Princess Mary
Thursday, 8 December 2005

 

[Lillia]

Mandy, I found this from December 8th 2005, it's the most used headline title on Mary but in a new article on a book on her.
I don't know if it belongs here or if it was posted alreday but it has a photo of Mary before and after her life changed forever:
There is something about Crown Princess Mary

Thursday, 8 December 2005

wow -- if that picture in the blue top is really one of CP Mary before she got married, then she has certainly changed her physique alot!

But it does not matter to me -- I still like her though! Still what a make-over she's had!!

 

[Princess Maxima]

wow -- if that picture in the blue top is really one of CP Mary before she got married, then she has certainly changed her physique alot!

But it does not matter to me -- I still like her though! Still what a make-over she's had!!

Yes, that was teenager Mary

 

[Toledo]

She was just a kid then. I have pictures of me in my teens with hairstyles that no photoshop airbrush can rescue! Let's say I used to wear long, rock and roll, hair with no ears in sight . And let's not talk about bell bottoms!

I think I like Mary because of the whole My Fair Lady makeover. Her story is great, like a 21st Century version of Cinderella where she is Aussierella

 

[Margrethe II]

I think I like Mary because of the whole My Fair Lady makeover. Her story is great, like a 21st Century version of Cinderella where she is Aussierella

Aussierella.lol. Good one Toledo

Although the Crown Princess has made it publically known from the beginning that she (herself) does not think her life as a fairytale as it is something very real, we (the masses) cant help but be entranced by such a story.

Her Royal Highness has made a most amazing transition from middle class Australian commoner to Crown Princess & future Queen Consort of Europes oldest surviving Monarchy. It has also been so wonderful to watch the support Mary has recieved off not only her parents in-law, brother in-law and his ex wife (who obviously think of her very, very highly) but also Benedikte & Anna Maria's families grow and grow.

The Crown Princess has fitted in wonderfully and most importantly, they're happy and this shows.

"MII"

 

[Toledo]

I think she will do just fine as the years go by. They show how two persons can drastically change and move on to a different life. They both left the past behind and now that they have a child their perspective in life changes, there is more reason to look forward to the future with joy.

 

[Margrethe II]

I think she will do just fine as the years go by. They show how two persons can drastically change and move on to a different life. They both left the past behind and now that they have a child their perspective in life changes, there is more reason to look forward to the future with joy.

Amen!!!

"MII"

 

[Toledo]

Before I log off for the night, nice to meet you, Margrethe II
I'll be back late tomorrow night.

 

[Margrethe II]

Before I log off for the night, nice to meet you, Margrethe II
I'll be back late tomorrow night.

How lovely... same here Toledo

Have a good one!

"MII"

 

[Mandy]

There is something about Crown Princess Mary

This thread has been created to discuss the book There is something about Crown Princess Mary. Relevant posts have already been moved here. At the same time, I hope that we can discuss Mary's evolution from the young Tasmanian woman into the Crown Princess of Denmark.

Since we wish to have a civil and open discussion, off-topic, rude and bashing posts will not be tolerated and will be immediately removed. Anyone wishing to join the discussion just to throw pointless barbs at Mary and other posters can expect serious consequences.

Please be kind to your fellow members and enjoy yourselves!

 

[Toledo]

How lovely... same here Toledo

Have a good one!

"MII"

Thanks.
I did not notice Ethel had the same link posted above. The book is not available in my area of the planet, has anyone from Australia been able to see it in a bookstore to comment on it? Is the book dedicated to Mary?

 

[Margrethe II]

Thanks.
I did not notice Ethel had the same link posted above. The book is not available in my area of the planet, has anyone from Australia been able to see it in a bookstore to comment on it? Is the book dedicated to Mary?

Good evening Toledo,

I have read the book (via my email) through a friend, and have not as of yet actually seen the book. I was going to buy it yesterday but have been told that my brothers fiance has bought it for me for Christmas.

"MII"

 

[Toledo]

Then I guess we will have to wait for your review since you could be the first, or only one, who can get a hold of the book.

14 days for Christmas and counting...

 

[ysbel]

Well if the main source of the book is her trash, I'd have to wonder how reliable the information inside is. The author would have to do a lot of interpreting to make a book out of it.

After Charles and Diana I don't believe in fairytales anymore but Mary is interesting to watch as is the whole Danish Royal Family. I find them a fascinating cast of characters.

They seem very down-to-earth with a flair for the theatrical from time to time which is very appealing. Actually I'd say Mary is the least interesting of the royals and that is by no means an insult - they're all very interesting.

Mary does seem to be fitting in the family which is miraculous considering she's had to adapt to a new country, learn a new language, and pick up a high profile role. I just hope that the DRF is more self-aware than the BRF when it comes to knowing who can make it in their family and who can't. But it seems they are.

 

[Hotdog]

I will give a summary of the book since I own a copy and have read it.

Emma Tom writing is neither saccharine sweet or completely anti-Mary.
She writes with a style that is satirical in nature.
At first it is amusing though after a few chapters it starts to grate like little kids dragging their nails across the blackboard to get a reaction.
eg an example of her "wit" is describing her hairdresser coming up to give her a "blow-job" when she knows that both Mary and the gentleman concerned are very attached to their respective husbands (yes he's gay).

There is little in the way of original information on mary as such.
The originality lies in her records of the length that the media has gone to to get dirt on Mary.
At least half the book is on the media and the publics reaction to Mary.

If "a brief history of an Australian And Danish Media Stampede" interests you then buy the book.
If you want new information on Mary then you will have to search through for the few meagre pickings.

IMO: In the long run this book will do a lot more for Mary than the PR department Ninka book as it puts on record the lengths the media went to to intrude into her life, the fact she came out sqeaky clean and how much she put up with to be with Frederik.

Hotdog

 

[Margrethe II]

I will give a summary of the book since I own a copy and have read it.

Emma Tom writing is neither saccharine sweet or completely anti-Mary.
She writes with a style that is satirical in nature.
At first it is amusing though after a few chapters it starts to grate like little kids dragging their nails across the blackboard to get a reaction.
eg an example of her "wit" is describing her hairdresser coming up to give her a "blow-job" when she knows that both Mary and the gentleman concerned are very attached to their respective husbands (yes he's gay).

There is little in the way of original information on mary as such.
The originality lies in her records of the length that the media has gone to to get dirt on Mary.
At least half the book is on the media and the publics reaction to Mary.

If "a brief history of an Australian And Danish Media Stampede" interests you then buy the book.
If you want new information on Mary then you will have to search through for the few meagre pickings.

IMO: In the long run this book will do a lot more for Mary than the PR department Ninka book as it puts on record the lengths the media went to to intrude into her life, the fact she came out sqeaky clean and how much she put up with to be with Frederik.

Hotdog

Thank you Hotdog for your very much appreciated analysis

"MII"

 

[stellam]

Hotdog,

You are so right and I agree with you. Mary has had to put up a lot with the media to be with Fred. Perhaps in time to come books will only be written about her to commemorate special occasions like the 10th wedding anniversary,etc. Hopefully then she will be interviewed (like her mother-in-law was for recent books published about her) and it will be absolutely the truth.

Stellad

 

[Toledo]

Thanks for the preview, hotdog! !

 

[Toledo]

So, the book is more in the lines of exploring how the media has reacted and used this new character in the celebrity horizon, Princess Mary, more than a more biographical project?
Well, is seems interesting still. Like when you point the camera the other way. From your description is looks like the book explores the people who follow the people who are in the news.

But a book can mean diferent things for diferent people. We will have to wait for QM II to get that Christmas gift and gives us a review from his point of view.

Has anyone in Denmark heard about this new book in the Danish language Mary news?

 

[Hotdog]

Here is an extract from the full review of "Something About Mary"
from

http://tasmaniantimes.com/index.php/weblog/comments/tomfoolery-rampant/

Tomfoolery rampant

BRENDA STJERNE:

Denied access to Mary, her relatives, her friends, and the Danish court With nil results.

However, if you want to find out the toileting arrangements of the private investigator parked in a car 24/7 outside Mary’s terrace in Bondi Junction, then read the book.

Tom’s hissy fit

Faced with unrelenting royal rectitude and thrown back on her own resources, Ms Tom goes in for a distinctly vulgar vocabulary, no doubt to impress that she is just as good as, if not better than her quarry.

Take The Slip Inn, the pub where Fred met Mary, for example. Why stick to three words when for an extra 78 of them you can write an excrutiatingly detailed exposition on the Sydney watering spot’s sexually ambivalent name?

Or elaborate on how you think a speculum designated for royal duty might be decorated. Emma favours gilt-edged, and latex gloves with red velvet trim. Nothing, of course, to do with Mary whatsoever, but revealing a literary dexterity that’s sorta awesome in its own way.

Mis-aimed potshots
Ms Tom also manages to get in the word ‘fart’ in several instances, again a word not usually associated with royal circles, though I once heard Gough Whitlam describe such a scene with his usual urbanity and wit, and without once resorting to the f-word.

She does admire the bridal gown, ... But she still attempts to make the outfit sound salacious — ‘erotic and vaginal’ are her words and that, dear reader, was just for the sleeves.


More Mary …
There is a better book to look for, Mary, Crown Pincess of Denmark, by a trio of Danes. It’s got some interesting background, is neither gratuitously nasty nor a rave-up, and has terrific pics. So frog kissers, for more details turn to another look at Mary here.

 

[GlitteringTiaras]

I've heard so many things about this book by Emma Tom. Some people like it while others think it's a load of fluff.

The interesting thing about the S.A.M. book, is that the author trolled around various messageboards to gather a majority of her information that seems to have guided or rather influenced the book (which is very strange and quite lazy research if you ask me.) According to members of another royal board, Ms. Tom was in daily contact with the owner of a specific royal board, in which they exchanged heresay as well as biased opinions. To make things worse, the transcripts between the two were posted. From the beginning, I believe Ms.Tom had a specific agenda against Mary. Is this fair? I my opinion the answer would be, no. You be the judge of this book. For some it's a fun read while others may disagree.

It seems a tad too soon to write a book about Mary. Maybe ten years from now an full circle, well-researched, detailed analysis of her life would make a better read (by a more talented and objective author) for royal watchers.



I hope my post made sense to everyone for I am writing it at lightening speed.

 

[Toledo]

I have to say, not on the book but on the picture, Mary does look spectacular in that ravishing red gown.

 

[fandesacs2003]

I do not see where is the point to make books, unless to watch some photos, how she was before and how she is now.
End even for that, every girl, with the age's maturity, and also with the money and all the specialist's help improves her appearance why it should be bad ?? Remember Diana on her early days and after......
Mary's story it's a nice fairy tale, but what about Letizia, Maxima, Ranja, Mette Marit, and Lala Salma?? From the actual young CP, the only one close to the Monarchy was Mathilde, she was aristocrat. All the others were with the same profile, commoners, not from a rich family, normal working girls, no one of them having a stunning inforgettable beauty, average people (and I dont want to talk about Mette Marit, really not having the profile for this "job"). And it happened to all of them.
So what's the purpose of making a mess for Mary??? She is nice, she managed to well handle her role, Frederic loves her, it's so nice. Why giving poison ?????

When you see Mary, born a commun tasmanian girl, having all this style and elegance !, and on the other side, the Princess Royal (Anne), born Royal being like she is..., the chock it's obvious ! May be somebody should write a book about born royals but being so....
The purpose of this book is to make money by making average girls dream, that it could also happen to them
It's not impossible, gilrs have just to wait for the next generation of CPrinces to grow,

or to catch Prince Albert

 

[auntie]

I do not see where is the point to make books, unless to watch some photos, how she was before and how she is now.
End even for that, every girl, with the age's maturity, and also with the money and all the specialist's help improves her appearance why it should be bad ?? Remember Diana on her early days and after......
Mary's story it's a nice fairy tale, but what about Letizia, Maxima, Ranja, Mette Marit, and Lala Salma?? From the actual young CP, the only one close to the Monarchy was Mathilde, she was aristocrat. All the others were with the same profile, commoners, not from a rich family, normal working girls, no one of them having a stunning inforgettable beauty, average people (and I dont want to talk about Mette Marit, really not having the profile for this "job"). And it happened to all of them.
So what's the purpose of making a mess for Mary??? She is nice, she managed to well handle her role, Frederic loves her, it's so nice. Why giving poison ?????
When you see Mary, born a commun tasmanian girl, having all this style and elegance !, and on the other side, the Princess Royal (Anne), born Royal, the chock it's obvious ! May be somebody should write a book about born royals bit being so....
The purpose of this book is to make money by making average girls dream, that it could also happen to them
It's not impossible, we have just wait for the next generation of CPrinces to grow,
or to catch Prince Albert

I think the reason Mary is sort of "picked" on is the how obviously different she is with becoming CPrincess, not only in her looks, but in her manner, she is trying so hard to be more Royal than royalty, whilst the other Crown Princesses, (even Camilla) have improved considerably their looks, but really stay the same person, and are very personable. Looking Ar mary from the outside, it seems to me thatshe is aloof.

 

[fandesacs2003]

I think the reason Mary is sort of "picked" on is the how obviously different she is with becoming CPrincess, not only in her looks, but in her manner, she is trying so hard to be more Royal than royalty, whilst the other Crown Princesses, (even Camilla) have improved considerably their looks, but really stay the same person, and are very personable. Looking Ar mary from the outside, it seems to me thatshe is aloof.

Ahhh, very interesting point, so she is considered to become "snobbish". Maybe

 

[auntie]

Ahhh, very interesting point, so she is considered to become "snobbish". Maybe

I don't know if she is considered snobbish, but it seems that she is a perfectionist in what the public perceives her and tries too hard and is not natrual enough.