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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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.....although janey says no to a continuation of her life story, i hope she reconsiders someday. Life is imperfect but there are some perfect souls to remind us that you can survive the lowest of lows and on the climb...climbs...up, there can and will be moments of light, love and laughing. Thanks, janey, for sharing you....

Far-reaching sharing of a heart

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I loved this book, it was thought evoking trying to visualise being in her shoes

handstands

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Brilliant. Read by Janey herself. Love her voice, love her humour, she even gets of with the wee swearies! five stars all the way.

Love Scottish stories

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I’ve just finished. Well Janey I’m lost for words! I listened to you reading your story. I cried, I laughed, at times I felt sickened by the cruelty you were dealt, But I couldn’t stop listening to your story. So many evil nasty people in your life but you out did them all in the end. I will be telling people at my book club about this book. Thank you for being so open in telling your story. Ps I used to do handstands against the school wall too.

The strongest woman’s story

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Repulsive treatment of an innocent wee girl, recounted by someone who has obviously toiled and fought through the aftermath. Inspiring, fast paced and really funny. All credit to you Janey for every aspect of this story.

Fabulous listen

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