Delve into her turbulent life and career. In James Robert Parish's Foreword, he notes Virginia's quiet charisma, the haunted, distracted look of her eyes, her vibrant voice, and her "off-screen life . . . far more exciting and exotic than any role she experienced on camera."
The book highlights Virginia Bruce's rise in Hollywood during the 1930s, showcasing her captivating performances, including her role in the Oscar-winning film The Great Ziegfeld. It emphasizes her talent, particularly in introducing Cole Porter's famous song "I've Got You Under My Skin," and how she was perceived as a star on the brink of major success at MGM, capturing the allure and ambition of the era.