Entourage
HBO Books
Rating (for fans) 6 of 10 (for everyone else) 4 of 10
Here’s the thing: If you are a fan of the show itself, Entourage, is a good read. If you’re not, prepare to be confused. For those of you who are fans of the show, the book is an interesting read, but probably not something you’d read more than once. The interviews with the cast and the show’s creators, including some interviews with those the show is actually based on (contrary to popular belief, the show is not based on Mark and Donnie Wahlberg), are rather interesting. They at least clear up who inspired what character, who was nervous during the threesome, and who’s really the boss on set. There’s a lot of what I think is unnecessary material. This includes a plot synopsis of each episode (which I’ll admit is at least noteworthy for the little bits of trivia included after each one), and character wardrobe profile (because we all want to dress like Johnny Drama), and a detailed listing of the main character Vince’s conquests. Why not just watch the show? A couple things I found amusing were the pages of character quotes and the “glossary” in the back of the book, although I think I found those funny because I remember seeing those scenes in the show. Overall, I think the book is a must-have to complete your “I heart Adrian Grenier” collection stashed in your closet. Otherwise, pick it up, flip through it a few times, and then go buy the series on DVD. Let’s hug it out bitch.