Aloha Magnum: Larry Manetti's Magnum, P.I. Memories [Paperback]

Larry Manetti (Author), Chip Silverman (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 1999

"Magnum, P.I". co-star Larry Manetti reveals what really went on behind the scenes of the hit show, his friendship and working relationship with the notoriously press-shy Tom Selleck, and encounters with such celebrities as Kenny Rogers, Ringo Starr, and Robert Urich. 25 photos.

Product Details

• Paperback: 271 pages
• Publisher: Renaissance Books; 1st edition (January 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1580630529
• ISBN-13: 978-1580630528
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 5.9 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (26 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #966,975 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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34 of 38 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Sinatra, Borgnine, Carol Burnett and I were having dinner .., December 13, 2000

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This review is from: Aloha Magnum: Larry Manetti's Magnum, P.I. Memories (Paperback)

When 'Magnum, P.I.' debuted in 1980, I was a junior-high school student who, several years before, had lived in Hawai`i. By the time it went off the air in 1988, I was a college student who had lived in Hawai`i a second time. 'Magnum' isn't just an icon of Eighties TV for me ... it's an icon of my youth.

Not that I'm trying to be dramatic. I've just always thought (still do) that 'Magnum' was a really good show. And one of the best things about it, to me, was the rapport of the four main characters. Even when Thomas and Higgins were blowing up each other's possessions, you could tell they had a fundamental like and respect for one another. I always believed that was true of the four actors as well, and suspected that Tom Selleck really is a great guy. I owe Larry Manetti a vote of thanks for proving that all my suspicions were correct.

There's a lot of name-dropping in this book, but hey -- that seems to be the way Manetti has lived his life. Lots of great actors guest-starred on the series, and the author has gotten to know many more, as well. I should make it clear to any interested reader that this book is NOT an in-depth 'companion' to the series: Manetti talks about the show, obviously, and discusses some of the development of his character, Orville 'Rick' Wright, and some of his more memorable scenes and episodes. And there is a reasonably helpful episode guide at the end of the book. But it's not the author's purpose to probe the development of Thomas Magnum's psyche, trace the evolving nature of the Magnum-Higgins relationship, or fill in the 'backstory' of the various characters.

No, Larry Manetti's purpose is to tell stories. And boy, does he. I could easily picture myself sitting at a table listening to Manetti tell these stories in person. From his early life on the edges of crime to encounters (and friendships) with some of the great names in Hollywood, he takes us on a great Ferrari ride. For any 'Magnum' fan, this is essential reading.

By the way, the Steak Lorenzo recipe is great.

And if you read this review, Mr Manetti, two things:

First, please add my name to the list of those who would LOVE to see a 'Magnum' reunion movie. I know it's not up to you, but still ...

And second, if you ever make it up to Seattle, I know a great little Italian place. Let's get some friends together and talk about Hawai`i in the mid-Eighties. It'll be great.

19 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Larry Manetti's Biography, February 10, 2000

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robert Good - See all my reviews

This review is from: Aloha Magnum: Larry Manetti's Magnum, P.I. Memories (Paperback)

This could have been entitled, Larry Manetti: My Life. It starts with the actor's life story. That may seem like a rip off of Magnum's name in the book, but it's not. Larry begins with his early life but when he gets to Hollywood and then Magnum P.I, it's well worth the wait. Manetti gives great insight into all of the T.V. shows characters and the fact that they got along famously from the beginning. This is a fun book. I laughed and almost cried. It sure made me want to see a movie soon. There is also a recipe section as Larry is a great cook and a section in the back with all of the episodes with facts about the episode, actors and plots. They are even dated and given episode numbers. If you loved the series and long for a movie, then you'll love this book. Larry! I hope the burns on your hand have healed.

12 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars It makes me nostalgic for the old days!, October 29, 1999

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This review is from: Aloha Magnum: Larry Manetti's Magnum, P.I. Memories (Paperback)

Finally, a look behind the scenes of the best shows of the century! It makes me yearn for the old days with Thomas, Higgie-baby, T.C., Rick, Ice Pick, and, of course, the lads, Zeus and Apollo. And who could forget that Ferrari and all the babes Magnum got? The book really captures the spirit of the show. I am going to dig out of my closet my gorilla mask, Tigers' hat, and rubber chicken, and hope they make the Magnum movie soon!!!