Little Sister: My Investigation into the Mysterious Death of Natalie Wood

Lana Wood investigates the 1981 drowning death of her sister, actress Natalie Wood, which occurred during a yacht trip off Catalina Island. The book combines Lana's personal memories with a re-examination of evidence, witness accounts, and official documents related to the case. As Natalie's younger sister and a former actress herself, Lana provides an insider's perspective on Natalie's life, career, and relationships - particularly her marriage to Robert Wagner. The narrative moves between past and present, connecting family history to the ongoing questions surrounding the death. Through interviews and research, Lana Wood challenges the official ruling of accidental drowning and explores alternative theories about what happened that night on the Splendour yacht. The book includes previously unpublished details and perspectives from those connected to the case. This memoir-investigation hybrid serves as both a sister's tribute and a quest for closure, examining how celebrity, power, and family dynamics intersect with the search for truth. The book raises questions about how fame can impact criminal investigations and about the nature of justice itself.

Readers report the book offers personal insights into Natalie Wood's life and death from her sister's perspective, though many note it contains speculation rather than definitive answers. Readers appreciated: - First-hand family stories and memories - Behind-the-scenes Hollywood details - New information about the case investigation - Photos and personal documents Common criticisms: - Repetitive content from Lana's previous books - Focus on Lana's own life rather than Natalie - Lack of new evidence or conclusions - Writing quality described as "meandering" Several readers noted the book reads more like a memoir than an investigation, with one Amazon reviewer stating "Only about 30% actually discusses Natalie's death." Ratings: Goodreads: 3.7/5 (1,200+ ratings) Amazon: 4.2/5 (2,300+ ratings) Barnes & Noble: 4.3/5 (180+ ratings) Most reviewers recommend it for Natalie Wood fans but caution against expecting major case revelations.

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🌟 Lana Wood, the author, is Natalie Wood's younger sister and also an actress who appeared in the James Bond film "Diamonds Are Forever" as Bond girl Plenty O'Toole 📚 The book reveals that Robert Wagner, Natalie's husband, did not speak to Lana Wood for 40 years after Natalie's death, even though they had previously been close 🎬 Natalie Wood's death in 1981 was initially ruled an accidental drowning, but in 2011 the case was reopened and the cause of death was changed to "drowning and other undetermined factors" ⭐ The book discusses Christopher Walken's presence on the yacht the night Natalie died - he was Wood's co-star in "Brainstorm," which would be her final film 🔍 Lana Wood spent nearly 40 years gathering information and conducting interviews for this book, including conversations with the boat's captain Dennis Davern and other witnesses who had never spoken publicly before