This was a detailed, thorough, sensitive biography of Brain Epstein, a beautiful and troubled soul. As a huge Beatles fan, I was most drawn to the parts of the book that mention The Beatles, but the other details of his life were engaging as well. The details of his death (and the author's theories about it) are a little vague, but I suppose it's impossible to really know what happened. This was a very sad portrait of a man who met a devastating end.

Thanks to NetGalley for an advanced reader copy.

What an incredible and bittersweet book! Brian Epstein was the voice behind the Beatles and he truly made them what they became. He was genius! I loved this book! Brian Epstein helped to create their sound! He should have never died so young! He had so much more to give. ! Highly recommended reading for any Beatles lovers out there!

I really enjoyed this book. Had Brian lived he would have loved how much he would have been accepted. He deserved so much better than he got.

Mr. Moonlight is a detailed look at Brian Epstein, the man who helped shape the Beatles into what they became. Philip Norman really digs into Brian as a person, not just the manager. It adds a lot of depth to a figure who sometimes gets overshadowed in Beatles history.
The book shines in showing just how much Brian actually did, especially in those early years when there was no clear roadmap for success. At times it can feel a bit dense with detail, but it’s clear the research is thorough and thoughtful.
It’s also a pretty emotional read, especially as it moves toward the end of Brian’s life. Overall, this is a strong, insightful biography, not always an easy read, but definitely a worthwhile one for Beatles fans who want a fuller picture of the man behind the phenomenon.