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  • The Most Beautiful

  • My Life with Prince
  • By: Mayte Garcia
  • Narrated by: Mayte Garcia
  • Length: 9 hrs and 7 mins
  • 4.7 out of 5 stars (3,268 ratings)

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The Most Beautiful

By: Mayte Garcia
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Publisher's summary

At the one-year anniversary of his death, legendary musician Prince's first wife shares a uniquely intimate, candid, and revelatory look inside the personal and professional life of one of the world's most beloved icons.

In The Most Beautiful, a title inspired by the hit song Prince wrote about their legendary love story, Mayte Garcia for the first time shares the deeply personal story of their relationship and offers a singular perspective on the music icon and their world together: From their unconventional meeting backstage at a concert (and the long-distance romance that followed), to their fairy-tale wedding (and their groundbreaking artistic partnership), to the devastating losses that ultimately dissolved their romantic relationship for good. Throughout it all, they shared a bond more intimate than any other in Prince's life.

No one else can tell this story or can provide a deeper, more nuanced portrait of Prince - both the famously private man and the pioneering, beloved artist - than Mayte, his partner during some of the most pivotal personal and professional years of his career. The Most Beautiful is a book that will be returned to for decades, as Prince's music lives on with generations to come.

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your Library section along with the audio.

©2017 Mayte Garcia (P)2017 Hachette Audio
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Editorial reviews

Editors Select, April 2017 - As a huge fan of Prince, I had mixed feelings about listening to what could end up being an opportunistic, scandal-baiting attempt to cash in on his death. But while there are a few eyebrow-raising reveals, The Most Beautiful never falls prey to becoming tabloid fodder. Mayte Garcia presents her story, and it's impossible to listen to her tell it without feeling the genuine love and pain and (for better or worse, but mostly better) the profound effect Prince had on her life. This is her tale to tell as much as his. Mayte's early life, especially the unique track she took to become a professional belly dancer, is fascinating on its own. Most of all, what makes this a powerful audiobook is the raw emotion and vulnerability Mayte brings to the narration - with audible giggles, held back tears, and the tears she could not hold back. Tricia, Audible Editor

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I can see why Prince fell in love with her.

Mayte is charming, genuine and sweet. She is also an amazing storyteller.

This story is not all about Prince, and that is ok. Mayte had a life before him. She was a dancer at the age of three and had already accomplished so much prior to meeting Prince. And when they did meet, their love was obvious. You get an inside look of what it was like to be in their world.

Reading about the loss of their child was hard. But she managed to speak about it with so much grace. My heart broke for her, and for Prince.

Overall, it's such an interesting read for any fan or Prince. Or anyone who just loves a great memoir.

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What a loving and brave woman.

Amazing story. Honest and heart wrenching. Her words express a sincerity and capture a true love.

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fall in love with Mayte instead of Prince

What made the experience of listening to The Most Beautiful the most enjoyable?

Her beautiful voice and delivery.

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Most Beautiful?

All of it. The terrible loss of their baby.

What does Mayte Garcia bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

Her beautiful speaking voice, her emotions, she breaks down in parts and laughs in others it was like having her with you telling her story.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

Definitely made me cry in parts.

Any additional comments?

Loved it and wish Mayte the best.

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Beautiful heartbreaking love story 💔

This book was well written and narrated.
I was impressed that Mayte took the high road and spoke lovingly towards Prince.
She successfully​ gave us her POV without putting Prince in a negitive light.
This book gave me the impression that Mayte is a good hearted person with a positive additude.
I have to wonder if these two had not had some of the circumstances​ surrounding them if they would have made it work?
I'm recommending this book to anyone who is a Prince fan.
I really enjoyed getting a peak in the very private artists life.
I hope Mayte continues to have a long and happy life.
And as for Prince..he may have the building but he will forever be in our hearts! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

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loved every minute of it. !!

Mayte & Prince true definition of love & soul mates​. I believe now I am here now to be someone's love, friend and a mother I've wanted for so long. my angel will come one day.

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Mayte is simply an amazing person

I meet Mayte at her book signing at Barnes and nobles and she was so warm and loving we had a great conversation. This is her life and she wriote it so beautifully and respectful. I was in total amazement. Great read great love story and Mayte is an amazing person also love her daughter Gia . Thank you for opening up to all of us and letting us in to your private world. Love and happiness always

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Total "Glamslam"!

I was too young to know Prince when he was coming up but my mother ALWAYS played his music when I was younger so I grew up with a strong appreciation for the man. In my teenage years I started diving into his career, music and love life. This book is so beautifully and tastefully written and captures the love she had/has for the man we call Prince! If you're looking for a cliche tell all, this is NOT the book for you! This book covers love, music, extreme loss, depression, suicide and best of all, hope. I was heavily engaged from the very first chapter. Absolutely beautiful!

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so beautiful couldn't sleep all night.

what a beautiful love story. thank you. I usually fall asleep and listen for a few nights. but your story keep me away all night. thank you for sharing. your a beautiful soul and this is the first book of Prince life I listen too. I seen Prince in 1988 and it was my favorite concert ever. and I have a daughter named Mia. I love that you are a pet Lover too. thank you for saving so many beautiful animals too. God Bless you n Gia. that is what I first wanted to call my daughter Mia but my ex n my daughters said no. they liked Mia better. I bought a book before of Prince but it was more of just Photos. So glad this was my first you n Prince is a beautiful love Story that will never end. XOXOXO

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This was such an amazing look into his and Mattie's life!

A must read for any Prince fan! It is filled with the highest ups and the most heart felt sadness any parent could experience. Thank you Mayte for sharing your beautiful story with us! You are amazing!

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Loved it!

I went from "this is Prince's ex-wife," to a big fan of hers. Well done in all aspects. Thank you to her, for sharing your experiences of love and loss...I felt them as I listened. I'm sure it was difficult to write and narrate...you did so brilliantly. You are not only beautiful, but a beautiful soul, and a strong woman. All the best to you and Gia. <3

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