Story of My Life is a novel by Jay McInerney. Originally published in the '80s, the main character of Story of My Life was inspired in part by McInerney's ex-girlfriend Rielle Hunter. New interest in the book was sparked in August of 2008 after Senator John Edwards admitted to having had an affair with Hunter.Baltimore Sun: Edwards' Mistress Was Basis for '80s Book Character (August 12, 2008)
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"In the end, though, none of this makes us care about Mr. McInerney's characters. It simply leaves us depressed at the shallowness of these people's lives, and at the author's failure to find a worthy showcase for his talents."—Michiko KakutaniThe New York Times: Books of the Times; Gold Cards, Parties and Late Rent (August 20, 1988)
"I'm not someone who relishes reading about drugs and sex and cocaine (I edit a chick-lit website after all), so trust me when I say this book is brilliant."—Diane ShipleyTrashionista: More on Monday: Story of My Life by Jay McInerney (January 8, 2007)
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Alison Poole, aspiring actress
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