The book is told in a conversational style with questions posed by Ann and responded to by Tori.

They compiled the material for the book through phone calls, e-mail conversations and in-person interviews.

The book received mixed reviews from critics, who generally agreed that Amos' writing on the music industry and recording process was the stellar part of the book.

Blender magazine cited the work as "no mere star memoir ... it's more like a soul-map of Amos' stride from pop tart to poet provocateur.

"[1] Regardless of reviews, the book was more successful than expected and was published in conjunction with Amos' solo album The Beekeeper (2005).