Title: Pop psychology masquerading as journalism.
Review: Although "Guerrilla Prince: The Untold Story of Fidel Castro," is touted by the publisher as "historically, politically and psychologically definitive, the consummate account of the meticulously secretive Cuban leader," Geyer's account of Castro rings hollow. It is filled with cliches and weak writing. Geyer arrives at overreaching conclusions supported largely by testimony from (what else would you expect?) anti-Castro exiles. While she shows that Castro was a master at political and personal manipulation -- nothing new there -- Geyer shallowly explores Castro's psyche, leaving many still unanswered questions. That Castro is an unbending dictator is not a new revelation. But in trying to answer the all-important questions -- who is Fidel and what makes him tick -- Geyer resorts to pop psychology and tenuous connections.
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