Bette and Joan: The Divine Feud – Shaun Considine

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Bette and Joan: The Divine Feud by Shaun Considine is a captivating biography that explores the legendary rivalry between two of Hollywood’s most iconic actresses, Bette Davis and Joan Crawford. The book delves into their tumultuous relationship, which came to a head during their collaboration on the film Whatever Happened to Baby Jane?. Though their on-screen animosity was intense, the real-life feud between them went far deeper, revealing the complexities of their personalities, careers, and struggles within the Hollywood system.

Considine provides a detailed look at their respective careers, offering insights into how their feud shaped their personal lives and legacies. From their shared battles for leading roles to the public and private clashes that fueled the press, Bette and Joan is a riveting account of two women who defined an era of cinema.