Dear Dad Paperback – January 1, 2010

I am conflicted about the book i get the part about his mom being a saint. But not understanding about age difference in bob and anita. I also get he was poor but how many times can u read that. I feel his pain about his other brothers and sisters. Bob left 2 legacy his musical which we revel in and his children legacy and that one is sad. It really is

I didn't know Kymani Marley had a book out but I quickly purchased it. You know how you get hooked in your Amazon purchases :) This book is so real that I couldn't put it down. I love the way Kymani tells his story and it's as if you are sitting with him and he is telling you how things went down with him. You are able to imagine what his personality is like.I was really surprised at the information he shared about his experience growing up and being the "black sheep" I was really moved and just wanted to write him a letter letting him know he is going to be okay and give him a big hug(I know that is silly but it moved me that much).I was especially moved by his experience the day of his father's death and funeral. Being a Jamaica Native myself, when a famous person dies it is true that you will hear the funeral on your neighbor's radio, tv, outside speakers and you have no escape (like when Ranny Williams a famous Jamaican comedian died). It's just broadcasted everywhere. So I felt sad that Kymani had to experience that when his dad died.There were some repetitive talk about his growing up etc which in a book I feel the repetitions can be filled with more information on his life versus repeating the same information in almost every chapter (growing up in the streets, hustlin, etc). But it also showed a side to him that was very appealing, he expresses himself deeply. Attractive actually. I wouldn't mind just sitting and listening to him, while twisting his locks. LOL!!!Great book. I see there is some controversy now regarding the content, but I feel if it's true deal with it. Kymani is only expressing his pain the way he knows how and that should be respected. Period.Great Book!!!!!

I read this in about a week leading up to the Marley documentary that is now out. I have been a Bob Marley fan for a very long time, and follow old and current Marley (family) and Wailers news as it comes. I give credit to Ky-Mani for writing this book. The writing style is more like him directly talking to you and it is very repetitive in many spots. That aside it is a decent story even if your a long time fan in general. I wish it went more into the politics behind the family and the name. Even with all the press for the new film there are Marley's missing that I thought for sure would have been present in promoting the film or maybe even been a part of the film. I wonder what Bob is thinking looking down at all of this, while the family has done many good things in his name to carry on what he started, there is at the same time many times where I am sure he can't help but shake his head at all the foolishness. Like Ky-Mani said, they are all brothers and sisters and should come together as one, despite what they were taught growing up. Taking another page from the film, which I also think sums up Ky-Mani's book is when it's said that Bob didn't write a will because that just wasn't him, and thats when you see who is really who and who comes out kicking and punching for every little thing they can get.

It was ok. Although I know what it’s like to be the black sheep of the family I don’t know why he blames Rita for everything. He was poor living in a shack when his father was making millions.. he wasn’t taking care of him then either.. anyway.. after I read that I closed the book. I read the book that Bob’s mom wrote and the book Rita wrote. Seems like a lot of speculation going on and rumors after he died.

I truly enjoyed reading Ky-Mani's story. I am a big Marley fan and have read several books about Bob and the family. Ky-mani's story is very different from the stories of many of the other children which is regrettable. I was somewhat disappointed in the behavior of some of Bob's family members toward Ky-mani. However, I also know something about Jamaican culture, so I really did not find the behavior to be all that surprising in some respects. The main thing I enjoyed about the book is not only did I find it interesting to learn more about Ky-mani and through him learning more about Bob, but I found myself thinking about some of life's lessons that Ky-mani speaks of learning and found the ability to apply many of the lessons to my own life. Very interesting and entertaining book.

Ky-Mani really tells it like it is. He comes across as being quite sincere and frank. In other words you get his meaning very clearly when he talks about his childhood and adolescence. He also seems to be still struggling with some of the issues concerning his relationship with his Marley family. But, at least he has decided to be open about his side of the story and is seeking harmony in his life for the people that he cares about. He is also devoted to the people who appreciate HIS music and his particular style of expression. Ky-Mani appears to be a very warm and loving individual but also one you would not want to cross.He has remarkable insight and is able to put much of his feelings of being rejected by the Marley's into perspective. I personally think they are all very talented in their own way, but Ky-Mani seems grounded in who he is as a person with a strong determination to survive with body and soul in tact.Captivating reading!Jah Bless Ky-Mani

This book was hyped as something it wasn't. It gave info about Ky-mani and his mother and some of his relationship with his brothers. It was not really a letter to his father. I am still curious about a lot of things. I read that his older brother Rohan received a share of his father's estate and he was an "illegitimate" son. I'm also curious as to why his mother didn't pursue some kind of legal action. Too many unanswered questions in the book. It was more of a venting than a letter to his dad.

Thumping read.Thoroughly enjoyed it. I don't think Ky-Mani would have written a better autobiography if he tried. Only snag is there are no pictures.

I'm a fan of Ky-Mani Marley, so this was one of the reasons why I purchased the book it was good found out some interesting facts about the way he was treated by the other Marley brothers sad, but that's what usually happens jealousy and greed over money or material thing causes arguments between family. Recommend to read it, it was good.

Loved reading this book

Eine Geschichte abseits der großen Weltbühne (seines Vaters)? Die vermeintliche Wahrheit? Ehrliche Statements? Dieses Buch hat alles und überzeugt durch die lockere Schreibweise Ky-Manis, der kein Blatt vor den Mund nimmt. Man meint, man sitzt mit ihm am Tisch und er erzählt sein Leben. Für Marley-Interessierte absolut empfehlenswert!!

A nice story.....highly reccomended.......Kimany Marley in this book really makes you feel what he went through in his life......Rasta man taking over!!!Bless