The Life and Loves of a He Devil: A Memoir

Love Graham Norton! His show is the best talk show that I've seen and that's where I first came to know who he is. His guests almost always look like they're having fun.. they're sometimes silly and so is he (some booze, but not too much, and not having to worry about swearing helps with that!). His book was full of humor and stories of his life. I was about 10(?) years late reading it, but still a good read.

I have referred everyone I know to watch Graham's shows, especially the shorts on YouTube. He's a Prince. He has fantastic timing and is brilliant at managing his guests. Obviously he is also a brilliant writer. This was an interesting an entertaining hug of a book. Highly recommended!

I left Ireland before Graham Norton shot to fame and only discovered his show recently and was wowed. I saw he was promoting his novel (The Keepers) this summer so I bought it thinking it would be a light whimsical read. It was not. It was gripping page turner. So I wanted to learn more about him and bought everything else that he has written (another novel and two memoirs) and enjoyed my summer of Graham. This is his second memoir and it's a blast. Organized thematically, in each chapter Graham wittily discusses the passions in his life (Dogs, men, wine, New York etc). I was laughing out loud and some times close to tears. I'm just hoping he has the next installment coming soon!

Entertaining writer but, while some are expanded, it’s deja vu. I expect that for someone living the life it felt like his chance to more clearly explore (and in the case of Scott be rather less bitchy) but for this reader it was tedious. Some good content which I enjoyed but not enough to market it as a new tale.

I enjoy the Graham Norton Show and his book feels like you're having a glass or five of wine with a quirky, intelligent, witty and fun friend. I enjoyed it a lot - just the right mix of self - revelation, without it getting too heavy but with enough daring stories to keep it interesting.

Charming, clever, witty, so much more than the insightful interviewer that you see on BBC. Graham is like the best friend you've always wanted who you can bitchily dish the dirt with or share a sad story and a good cry with when needed. I feel like I know the man a wee bit better than the TV personality after reading his heartfelt and genuine story. And any dog lover like him is a good egg in my book!

Graham's show is worth watching because it's funny and interesting and he has great guests, even if you've never heard of them because they're usually European. His book made me laugh out loud at times. I totally recommend it!

This was not as funny as I hoped, and had way more detail about his bawdy life than I needed but overall it's a good read. I love his chat show and how he draws out stories from his guests as they play off each other so thought the book would be hysterical. It's really a bit more sad.

Reading the book felt quiet like watching an episode of Graham Norton Show.The language is very conversationak,easy and flowy.The humour is spot on and keeps one engaged all through.The anecdotes and musings are both funny and deeply thought provoking sometimes.A must read for those who have enjoyed Graham Norton Show!

Truly enjoyable read. Graham writes as though he is having a conversation with you. While it’s one sided it is totally interesting.this book did not disappoint and while I will never meet him I feel I know him just a little. And I find I still like him very much

Love Graham Norton! He writes with such truth and humour that you can't help but admire him. Will keep watching his shows and hope he will keep doing them for a long time to come, even though he says he doesn't want to.

I have to admit that I knew very little of Graham Norton but that seemed to only enhance my experience of reading this book. This is because, Graham makes the reader feel like a friend he has made and having a heart to heart to. The stories are honest, witty and ring true for many people from all walks of life. Thank you Graham Norton.

An amazing read. I picked it up because I enjoy watching his talk show, because I think he’s funny but not in a silly way, because I’ve read a pretty insightful interview with him a while back... and because I got the hardcover at a good bargain price :-) I didn’t know what to expect from a book that goes by the title of “The Life and Loves of a He Devil” but let me tell you, it’s funny, sad, ridiculous, wise, disgusting, entertaining, and it will give you some food for thought, too. I’ve liked him for quite a while and his bio is well written and very entertaining but he got me with the following: <i>[...] There have been various attempts at relationships but nothing has lasted very long. [...] They have all drifted in and out of my life. I never blame myself but it is glaringly obvious that I am the common denominator in all these failed relationships. I have to ask myself if I really want the ‘happy ever after’ and the answer seems to be no. I like having someone around who will come out for dinner, go for holidays and even have the occasional fumble in the bedroom but I’m not sure I’m built for sharing my entire life and heart. Being with someone should double your joy and yet I find it halved. Nor is being alone something I fear; in fact, when offered the choice, I seem to embrace it. [...] I must admit I feel fairly content being solo. I’m not pretending being alone makes me ecstatically happy but I’m not sad, and that already seems like quite a lot in life.</i) (Taken from the chapter “Men”) Well, the above paragraph alone made picking up the book worth my while, and for that, I want to kiss Graham Norton. There's a lot more good and wise insights on a variety of topics (friendship, gratitude, family, life's priorities) but this one stuck. Not your usual celeb bio. Go + pick it up. It's worth it.