4.5 stars. So ... I absolutely loved this. Why not 5* then? Well, this is aimed at a very specific audience, Princess Bride (the movie) lovers. I honestly don't know if someone who wasn't intimately familiar with the movie would get anything out of this book at all. And it's interesting that it IS a book as well ... I went with the audio edition and can't even imagine just reading it. Loved that so many (although not all) of the individuals who were quoted/telling their story, came in to also voice their own words. I realize scheduling likely wouldn't allow for everyone, but I missed Mandy saying his own words, and Fred Savage ... Billy Crystal's narration was phoned in, the change in quality was evident, but still appreciated to have his own voice. I actually didn't know Wallace Shawn (Vizzini) by name ... but absolutely by voice! Of course Andre the Giant, and others, have passed. Elwes is also an impersonator as well as an actor, and he actually brought Andre's words (not direct quotes, but memory of him talking "yeah boss") were brought to life.  I can't imagine not listening to the audiobook ... but I was also able to snag the Kindle copy and appreciate being able to look over the text as well. It was fun to re-read after listening, and to see how it was presented (quotes from others in a shaded box). I'm liking the print/Kindle copy too! 

Have I mentioned I LOVE the movie? I'm one of those people who will quote all the lines. I was not aware of the New York Film Festival reunion in 2012 (not a great quality video, but found a little clip on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OiOKu4jyR_0). That must have been fun! As was the recounting created for this book. I loved all the backstories and details ... for being a fan, there was a lot I didn't know.  There were laugh out loud moments, and lots of memories, even just from MY connection to the movie.

I have read the book too ... which I also really enjoyed, and was amazed at how much the movie matched exactly. Who would have guessed they would find Andre the Giant, who matched the description in the book exactly! 

I appreciate the Table of Contents having the Headers included (in print anyway, it was missing in the audio) ... If I wanted to quickly go back to a certain part to re-read, that is very helpful. The Epilogue is included in the audio, but not Elwes's "Acknowledgements" while, while mostly just thanking all who helped out, also added a little bit of additional information that I appreciated. I always like to have the Kindle copy to see if there are things there (there were also some pictures) not included in the audio. 

I'm not sure that this book is 5* (with quotes, discussion topics, profound statements) or one that I'd recommend to anyone other that Princess Bride fans, but I absolutely loved, loved, loved it!