Review of I Am Divine (2014) by Sam B — 27 Jul 2014

A thorough and compassionate exploration of an enigmatic yet wonderfully eccentric individual, I Am Divine has plenty to say about identity, fame, and self-respect.

This review of I Am Divine (2014) was written by Sam B on 27 Jul 2014.

I Am Divine has generally received positive reviews.

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By Leland Montgomery (10) for Paste Magazine (2,906) on 16 Apr 2014

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