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Elvis

By: Sally A. Hoedel
Narrated by: Sally A. Hoedel
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Destined to Die Young is the definitive examination of why the world lost Elvis Presley on August 16, 1977, when he was only 42 years old. Author Sally Hoedel has painstakingly researched the subject and offers factual and scientific data—plus never-before-published information she gained by interviewing people who personally knew Elvis—to support her claim that Elvis Presley was never going to live a long life. 

In this well-documented book, Hoedel explores how prescription medication was only one aspect of his compromised health and did not ultimately cause his demise. She examines Elvis Presley—a son, husband, father, and devoted friend—while ploughing through the negative hype and legendary myths surrounding the man. Elvis’ downward spiral of health struggles is presented and, for the first time ever, it is revealed that he suffered from disease in nine of eleven bodily systems, five of which were present from birth. This book dispels the long-held theory that abuse of prescription drugs is what killed Elvis. 

Destined to Die Young is for anyone who is curious to know the true story of one of the world’s most famous cultural icons. For longtime Elvis Presley fans, it provides answers to lingering questions surrounding his death. You may be surprised to learn that, based on Elvis Presley’s family history and the genes he was dealt, nothing could have saved the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll.

©2021 Sally A. Hoedel (P)2023 Sally A. Hoedel

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The content you’ve never heard before

A must read for any Elvis Presley fan. His story is so much more than you have been led to believe!!!!

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Great story but poor reading

Fascinating story and very well researched. The author has a nice accent which compliments the book and a pleasant voice but she should have got a professional to read it. The recording quality is poor which is frustrating at times and the author falls into a monotone for most of it.

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