Up With the Sun

Name: Up With the Sun
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4 (5 reviews)
Author: Thomas Mallon

Dick Kallman’s Wild Ride, Told with Passion

Written byThomas Mallon

Narrated byLowell Byers

Length13h08m

Release dateFebruary 7, 2023

GenreLGBTQ+, Literature & Fiction, Genre Fiction

LanguageEnglish

★★★★★ 4.0 (5 ratings)

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Author	Thomas Mallon
Narrator	Lowell Byers
Runtime	13h08m
Published	February 7, 2023
Rating	★★★★★ 4.0 / 5 (5 ratings)
Categories	LGBTQ+, Literature & Fiction, Genre Fiction, City Life, Political, Urban, Mystery, Thriller & Suspense, Crime Fiction
Format	Audiobook (Digital)
Platform	Audible

About This Audiobook

Up With the Sun is a thrilling exploration of postwar Hollywood through the lens of Dick Kallman, an enigmatic actor whose life was a mix of glitter and tragedy. Thomas Mallon crafts a vivid narrative that combines the glamour of movie stardom with the raw reality of gay life in America’s golden age. The audiobook captivates listeners with Lowell Byers' nuanced performance, which brings to life both Kallman's charisma and his inner turmoil. This is more than just a story; it's an immersive journey through history that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

Tags: LGBTQ+Postwar HollywoodHistorical FictionGlamour and GloomAudiobook Review

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Editor's Review ★★★★★

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Lowell Byers delivers a masterful narration that perfectly complements Thomas Mallon’s intricate storytelling. His ability to shift between Kallman’s suave charm and his darker side is nothing short of extraordinary, making every moment count. The pacing is spot-on, with Mallon deftly weaving historical facts into the narrative without breaking the flow. However, there are occasional sections that could have used a bit more context for newcomers to American gay history. Despite this minor critique, Up With the Sun remains an unputdownable listen that delves deep into the complexities of identity and ambition in postwar America.

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