I have never really paid too much attention to Britney Spears, but listening to her memoir has been heart-wrenching. The level of abuse imposed by her family is shocking. She was given a mere $2,000 weekly allowance while her father paid himself millions, and instead of supporting her, her mother chose to write a book. Also, being sent to rehab for taking energy drinks seemed excessive.
What really struck me is the glaring unfairness of being a woman in the industry (in fact, in any industry). Men can get away with philandering and questionable behaviour, yet women are scrutinised and criticised for every detail of their lives and choices.
At times, the book felt a little thin in certain areas, leaving me wanting more depth. Yet it was still very powerful and moving to gain an inside look at her life, her struggles, and her resilience.
3.8/5
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