
Valley of the Dolls
a novel
Published in 1966, Valley of the Dolls is an angel fiction novel by Jacqueline Susann. Much of the action takes place in Calif.) Hollywood (Los Angeles and Hollywood, Los Angeles, Calif.. Readers will find themes of actresses, drug abuse, drug use and female friendship.
Open Library readers give it an average of 4.1 out of 5 from 10 ratings, and 268 more have it on their want-to-read list. It has been published in 23 editions.
It runs to roughly 442 pages — 8–9 hours of reading at an average pace.
About Valley of the Dolls
The story of three women and their struggle to make it in the entertainment industry. Upon making it to the top, the sad realization sets in that they have no place to go but down.
Quick answers
Who wrote Valley of the Dolls?
Valley of the Dolls was written by Jacqueline Susann and first published in 1966.
What genre is Valley of the Dolls?
It is usually shelved as Angel Fiction.
How long is Valley of the Dolls?
The median edition has 442 pages, about 8–9 hours of reading at 250 words per minute.
What books are similar to Valley of the Dolls?
Readers who like it often enjoy The Deer Park, Secrets and Brand New Cherry Flavor.
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