Only Say Good Things 🐰

By Crystal Hefner.

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Crystal Harris Hefner’s book isn't just a memoir but a detailed account of her entire time at the Playboy Mansion, highlighting her struggles, moments of breaking away, and eventual return. It provides profound insights into life at the Playboy Mansion, enriched with some truly extraordinary stories.

As a teenager, I was captivated by the show The Girls Next Door, which portrayed the lives of Playboy CEO Hugh Hefner's three young girlfriends: Holly, Bridget, and Kendra.

After reading Holly Madison's memoir, I never believed these relationships were genuine; I assumed it was all for show.

Holly Madison’s memoir revealed a different side of Hefner, painting him as manipulative and self-serving. With Hefner’s death and the rise of the Me Too movement, his legacy came under scrutiny. He built his empire on the exploitation of young women, often dating those much younger than himself—he was in his late 70s when he started dating 18-year-old Kendra.

After Holly, Kendra, and Bridget left, Hefner quickly replaced them with three new blondes, including Crystal Harris and the Shannon twins. The show continued and Crystal eventually married Hefner, though she had initially left him at the altar.

Crystal Hefner’s book offers a glimpse into the life of yet another of Hefner’s girlfriends dealing with trauma and seeking security. She admits to enduring significant hardship, driven by her desire for protection and stability. Crystal, grieving the loss of two important people in her life, found temporary solace in Hefner’s world.

Reading Crystal's account, I appreciated learning about her and comparing her experiences with Holly's and Bridget's. While Bridget recalls the good times and Holly harbours anger, Crystal's narrative is tinged with sadness. She portrays Hefner as a self-centred man who prioritised his image over genuine connections. Crystal expresses doubt about Hefner's ability to truly love anyone, including his own children.

Crystal's memoir is a must-read for fans of The Girls Next Door and those curious about the realities of life within the Playboy empire.

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