Bombshell: The Night Bobby Kennedy Killed Marilyn Monroe

Fascinating read and I could hardly put the book down. The author is factual and gives excellent sources for what he says happened the night Marilyn Monroe died. There have been more than a few years since the actress died, and it has been established by multiple sources, now, that Bobby Kennedy was indeed in LA the day/night Monroe's death happened. If you like old Hollywood and always wondered what really happened to Marilyn Monroe then this is the book for you.

I have read other books regarding this subject and I do believe the author and have no doubt that Marilyn did not commit suicide. I'm enjoying it immensely and several things I have read so far I knew from reading other books. It was a well-known fact that Marilyn had affairs with both JFK and RFK. Just like I never believed Oswald was the lone assassin, I do not believe Marilyn killed herself. It's also a known fact that Sinatra was mobbed-up and Sam Giancana, Judith Exeter all were part of the same crowd. This book is definitely a must read!!

I think that the writer of this book "Bombshell" about Marilyn Monroe's death that I just purchased and wasted three hours of my life reading is all hat. A former (somewhat) bad cop talking about other somewhat bad cops at LAPD OCID while greatly exaggerating his importance and 'insider' knowledge writes on a key historical event about which we can only take his word. He heard (years later) from X. Y said Z. He read mystery police files from filing cabinets while not busy performing his primary task of sharpening pencils at OCID headquarters. These can't be produced , of course, because they're confidential. All hearsay. Without vetted copies of documents, without recorded audio proof of his revelatory {if accurate} conversation with Mr. Lawford, around which the substance of this narrative hinges, we can not evaluate his veracity. What? He didn't think or determine to wear a wire to a meeting arranged in advance, a trained intelligence policeman who specialized in surveillance. Too scared of the implications, we have to assume. Take it to your grave, then. No court would ever consider his criminal allegations. Whenever I read "I couldn't tell this story that I damn well should have told many years ( many decades ago, IMO) until now to protect myself and others. Now the time, although way too late, is right, I have determined..." I can't evaluate the legitimacy of the writer's story; my skepticism is understandably aroused and I can only scratch my head.

This book is interesting, and likely very plausible and true, I don't necessarily question the facts. BUT, the writing and editing is poor. Many disjointed sentences, making it difficult to follow the writer's thought pattern, and then the obvious errors like "Beverly" Ford Clinic instead of the "Betty" Ford Clinic. Really? A half competent editor would have caught that one......An ok book, but when you make errors like that, convincing your readers will be a challenge!

First, the only thing negative I had with this book was the fact that the kindle edition needs better editing, so for that reason I would rate it 4.5 stars.I was born, grew up, and other than a four year stint as a Naval Officer during Vietnam, lived in LA or the surrounding environs my whole life. I came of age in the 50's and early 60's when the 'blond bombshells' were hot...hot...hot. I personally thought Elizabeth Taylor was the most beautiful woman in Hollywood, but no other screen siren came even close to Marilyn for sex appeal, sensuality and that special something, that is hard to define, that so entranced men...of any age.In those days most of us were very naive as to the scope of corruption in our government at every level. We trusted them to be decent and honest. Today of course we know better having recently witnessed the pervasive corruption of our intelligent agencies, Departments of State and Justice, media, etc., but 60 years ago we lived pretty much in an age of innocence.Mr. Rothmiller makes a compelling case that Robert Kennedy, with the knowledge of the President, planned for the eventuality that Marilyn would have to be silenced to protect their presidency and legacy. Having been seduced, fallen in love with, and then scorned by both Kennedys she was irate at being cast aside, and in her words treated like a common whore. With her occasional instability and knowledge posed an existential threat to the Kennedy political dynasty. In the end her life was expendable. Mr. Rothmiller, in the afterword, indicates that he was a Kennedy supporter and it was difficult to expose them this way. They, especially JFK, are portrayed as womanizers of the highest order without regard to the women they abused. The word debauchery comes to mind when describing their sexual appetites and callousness. Marilyn was innocent in many ways but she did have some culpability in how this story ends. She was a player, who understood her allure and could drink, smoke, party, take addictive medications and have sex with the best of them. Unfortunately for her she played in a power league at a time when men had the control and ultimate power.One reviewer, gave the book a low reading because he said Mr. Rothmiller would certainly have worn a wire when meeting with Peter Lawford, when Lawford who was present when Marilyn was murdered, told him when, why, who and how Marilyn was dispatched. This is interesting and it would have certainly been iron-clad has such a tape recording existed but the balance of information is so overwhelming that the lack of a recording does not, in my opinion, negate the seemingly solid conclusions as presented by Mr. Rothmiller. In fact, I will be attending a discussion of this book by Mr. Rothmiller next month and I will pose this question to him if I have the opportunity.Finally, Mr. Rothmiller's credentials are impressive. He's been in law enforcement, with both Federal and State intelligence services. He served in the LAPD and OCID (Organized Crime Intelligence Division) in LA. He was also a member of the US Department of Justice Organized Crime Strike Force. If anyone should have access to the secreted information, files and players it is Mr. Rothmiller. A fascinating trove of information about one of the most famous "suicides" in Hollywood history. Highly recommend.

Marilyn comes through as a real person in a way that doesn't happen in every book about her. There is a LOT of detail here about who spied on whom in LA and environs and what was done with the information. I can't really say if I believe the ultimate claim but the claim is strong from what is presented here. There were signs she had plans, get back to work on that movie and finish it (there are versions on Youtube, she was a solid performer in it, not just a beautiful woman. And all the details about changes at the death scene and the people who showed up.

Explosive. Finally...a very credible source who blows the lid off and exposes the truth of what happened to one of the most iconic stars of the 20th Century! I highly recommend.

I'll be honest, I still need to read the book. I will update but already I'm mislead. Description says 8 pages of black and wgite photos. There isn't a single photo in the book. I was definitely excited for those...

A great but shocking read. Whether you’re a conspiracy theorist or truly believed she killed herself. This book will change your mind and you will view this from a different perspective and question everything you thought you knew. Hold judgment until you’ve read.This book brings you into the world of what it was like back in those times of old Hollywood and probably still is today to some extent. Everyone had a price, not just in the money sense, but in motives, careers and much more. Everyone seemingly out to stab each other in the back and get something over people to use as currency/blackmail or manipulate for something else. Many seem to be best friends but enemies at the same time. The behaviour echos what would be considered in today’s world as gaslighting, ghosting, abuse, domestic abuse, manipulation, stalking, rape, discrimination, blackmail. intimidation and including movements like #metoo and any other you can think of. This built a picture for me of what poor Marilyn must of gone through, felt and feared.Where women were looked upon by powerful men to sleep their way to a career or they wouldn’t be successful. They passed you around like meat in the social scene if you wanted to get anywhere and be friends with the “in” people. Shut up and put up it seems. Don’t get me wrong, Marilyn I think naively thought they were friends and at the start of her career had no idea the repercussions of being in with these people would do, I’m guessing she wouldn’t of thought it would end in her death, that’s for sure! She maybe even used this circle of people for her advantage at times but like most things, they come to an end in one way or another. It stops being good, it changes or you wake up and realise how toxic it really was/is. But whatever happens, don’t ruffle feathers or who knows where it can lead in a society where everyone knew everybody and was in everyone’s pocket and anything (including murder) was only a phone call or a whisper away, which towards the end, I think Marilyn was starting to realise that those “friends” were a pack of wolves in sheep’s clothing and they chewed her up and now were spitting her out.A fearful and corrupt time to live in, in old Hollywood. But you see elements throughout the book of a Marilyn that wasn’t some dumb blonde push over sex toy, she had a fearless, determined, streak which I have the upmost admiration for. She just wanted love, don’t we all?Granted, I know Marilyn had choices and some of her choices inevitably lead to compromising situations and onto a path where ultimately it called for her premature death, whatever way it was, suicide or murder. But Much like the case of Britney, Marilyn relied on those who she thought were friends, confidants, lovers and even doctors/psychiatrist. Psychiatrists such as Dr.Greenson were pounding her with drugs and sessions on a daily basis and she became reliant on it and the drugs, maybe even paranoid that she was becoming mentally unwell like her mother and made to feel that way. But instead of helping her away from the toxic surrounds, the Psychiatrists more than likely saw money signs and a chance to get information, which made even more sense when Dr.Greenson was witnessed with RFK that night she died and after. It’s sad but it’s clear after reading this book that mostly all of the people in her life (bar Joe DiMaggio) were using her for whatever means they needed, she became a currency as she was the hottest ticket at the time and abuse of power clearly went to the heads of most and ended up with the demise of many careers and indeed lives, the most memorable being MM.

This is the best book I've ever read about Marilyn. I've been reading about her for 30 years. From the start I suspected her death was suspicious. I just never believed the accidental or intended overdose theory. She was making plans and fighting back. Now, finally I know the truth. I wasn't surprised but very saddened. The despicable Kennedy's used her and passed her around. They took advantage of her vulnerable mental state. Marilyn was angry and rightfully so.Yes I think Marilyn was playing with fire. Having affairs with married men, especially men with so much to lose, is too dangerous and very foolish. The Kennedy clan underestimated her and decided she had to go. Others also have a responsibility into her death too, like Peter Lawford, whom she trusted and Frank Sinatra.So I won't give away the murderer; read the book it's worth it believe me. Marilyn didn't not deserve to die the way she did. Its time Wikipedia and the history books tell the truth. Marilyn did not kill herself. Yes she was fragile and mentally ill but she wasn't someone who quit. Marilyn was murdered and this book will tell you why, how and all the players involved and the cover up. Rest I'm peace Marilyn. The truth is finally out there.

The subject about whether Marilyn Monroe was murdered or committed suicide has always been of interest to me. Likewise the misfortunes of the Kennedy family, so I was looking forward to reading this book which dealt with both. The book is well written and a lot of detail is put into it, in fact, may I say, too much detail in places. We are given a lot of information about gangsters and LAPD officers that I think we could have done without. Mr Rothmiller, who provides all this information, says a lot but there is little to no proof of anything that he says. Where are these so called taped recordings and photographs that he mentions. There isn't a single photograph in the book apart from the cover photo of Marilyn herself. Having served in the military and law enforcement myself I had to sign documents to ensure that I did not divulge any secrets within these occupations. That is normal practice so how did Mr RothMiller get past that issue? It will be interesting to see if any real information comes to light in the future.

A few reviews on here seem to be in possession of a different book to what I have received, firstly my copy has the full laminate photos and secondly The Betty Ford clinic was spelt correctly just an example that when purchased make sure you have the real thing.So ... let's get to it... I have been a huge Marilyn fan since I can remember and always after researching what propagander there is out there came to my own opinion that she was murdered. This book really delves in to the alleged corruption of the police department which in 2021 we know this still goes on. I will not spoil the story but wow the interview with another key player in the life of Marilyn Monroe certainly should be known publicly. As we all know just because you work in the highest government job does not necessarily mean you are trustworthy. The ultimate read.

As an exposure of Marilyn Monroe's murder by the Kennedys, Bombshell would have packed three times the oomph at a third its length. But the content edited out gives remarkable insights into the criminality and illegality which infest America's politics, policing and its social and cultural structures. Perhaps the nearest comparison is with Rome in the days of its emperors.This is now hackneyed, but, that said, few other countries on Earth would have permitted the publication of home truths such as these, their antidote. The likes of China and Russia would see it as a weakness, as would Hitler, Mussolini, Pol Pot and Ceausescu. I wonder how Messrs Xi and Putin will stack up.Buy the book. It's in your interests to read it from Preface to Postscript..