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Handstands in the Dark

Written by: Janey Godley
Narrated by: Janey Godley
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THE MOVING AND HONEST MEMOIR OF SURVIVAL FROM JANEY GODLEY: 'AN EXTRAORDINARY LIFE' - BILLY CONNOLLY

'An inspirational book - DAILY MAIL

'A harrowing memoir . . . Unlike a lot of comics she's brave and honest enough to reveal her innermost emotions, and it's this sincerity that gives her streetwise revelations such bite' - GUARDIAN

'Genuinely compelling and very brave' - GLASGOW HERALD

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A unique life story from a true survivor, read by the author.

Born in the tough East End of Glasgow and married into one of the city's most notorious criminal families, Janey Godley's young life was far from ordinary. From the grim and far-from-swinging 60s, to the discos of the 70s, to the tidal wave of heroin addiction which engulfed Glasgow's East End during the 1980s, Janey was witness to an extraordinary underworld - as well as religious sectarianism, abject poverty and a frightening family of in-laws. Throughout it all, her indomitable spirit - and her vivid sense of humour - kept her alive.

A vivid, intimate and darkly funny account of a life less ordinary, Handstands in the Dark tells the story of how one girl escaped a chaotic family and became one of the UK's most popular comedic talents.

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I've been following Janey Godley for a couple of years now on Instagram, and when I saw her book on Audible, I was thrilled to find out more about her. Never in a million years did I expect to learn of the life that she's had, the absolute devastation that some people created for her, and how she got through it all. And then to be diagnosed with Stage 3 ovarian cancer, as if she hadn't been through more than enough in her lifetime. You're an amazing woman Janey! Thank you so much for sharing your gifts with the world!

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Janey’s story is incredibly interesting and compelling. I didn’t want this audiobook to end. This is the greatest audiobook I’ve ever listened to in terms of the overall writing and performance. I was hooked on her story and could not stop listening once I started. I’ve gained even more respect and reverence for this incredible woman, hilarious comedian and beautiful person. I LOVED her performance, and will be a fan for life. What a story, what an inspiration - thank you Janey <3

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