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The Woman in Me Audible Audiobook – Unabridged

#1 Best Seller in Composer & Musician Biographies
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Named a Best Book of the Year by Elle, The Washington Post, Rolling Stone, NPR, Financial Times, Vanity Fair, and more!

“In Britney Spears’s memoir, she’s stronger than ever.” —The New York Times

Over 2 million copies sold of the “moving” (Time), “powerful” (Los Angeles Times), “radiant” (The New York Times), “poignant” (Vogue) #1 New York Times bestseller. The Woman in Me is a brave and astonishingly moving story about freedom, fame, motherhood, survival, faith, and hope.

In June 2021, the whole world was listening as Britney Spears spoke in open court. The impact of sharing her voice—her truth—was undeniable, and it changed the course of her life and the lives of countless others. The Woman in Me reveals for the first time her incredible journey—and the strength at the core of one of the greatest performers in pop music history.

Written with remarkable candor and humor, Spears’s groundbreaking book illuminates the enduring power of music and love—and the importance of a woman telling her own story, on her own terms, at last.

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  1. Listening Length
    5 hours and 31 minutes
  2. Author
    Britney Spears
  3. Narrator
    Michelle Williams, see all
  4. Audible release date
    October 24, 2023
  5. Language
    English
  6. Publisher
    Simon & Schuster Audio
  7. ASIN
    B0BRBPSXCW
  8. Version
    Unabridged
  9. Program Type
    Audiobook
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Listening Length 5 hours and 31 minutes
Author Britney Spears
Narrator Michelle Williams, Britney Spears - introduction
Whispersync for Voice Ready
Audible.com Release Date October 24, 2023
Publisher Simon & Schuster Audio
Program Type Audiobook
Version Unabridged
Language English
ASIN B0BRBPSXCW
Best Sellers Rank #249 in Audible Books & Originals (See Top 100 in Audible Books & Originals)
#1 in Composer & Musician Biographies
#3 in Actor & Entertainer Biographies
#6 in Biographies of Celebrities & Entertainment Professionals

Customer reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars
45,202 global ratings

Customers say

Customers find the writing quality easy, quick, and graceful. They also describe the authenticity as raw and genuine. Customers describe the emotional tone as heartfelt, strength, and perseverance. They find the content insightful, hopeful, and honest. They describe the story as interesting, with lots of information about her past. Opinions are mixed on the plot, with some finding it remarkable and wild, while others say it's repetitive and jumbled.

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864 customers mention "Story"846 positive18 negative

Customers find the story interesting, well written, and fun. They also say it's lyrical, catchy, and well curated. Customers also say the book answers a lot of questions and provides perspective on the life of a pop star.

"...Answered a lot questions and really gave perspective to her life while under the power of her father. Very sad as well." Read more

"...The book was written from her perspective and voice and was well curated, with so many topics and times of her life touched on...." Read more

"...So I am a bit disappointed at that but nevertheless it's an interesting read thus far.As for Britney's life story...." Read more

"...So I still recommend the book and think it’s worth reading, it just wasn’t exactly what I was expecting...." Read more

577 customers mention "Writing quality"485 positive92 negative

Customers find the writing quality easy to read and interesting. They say it makes them feel understanding, sad, and protective. Readers also mention that the author's graceful voice is evident throughout the book. They find it quick and easy to breeze through.

"Short easy read that answered a lot of questions. I love Britney Spears and loved this book...." Read more

"...I was inspired and intrigued by her confidence, charisma, ability to balance power and kindness so well...." Read more

"...As for the writing it's good. Amazing, no. But they painted an incredible picture of her life. Much better writing than I thought to be honest...." Read more

"...As for the writing, this was a very quick and easy read. The chapters are short and it’s written at an elementary level...." Read more

390 customers mention "Emotional tone"308 positive82 negative

Customers find the emotional tone of the book heartfelt, honest, and heartbreaking. They also say the memoir is a story of strength and her path to finding her identity. Readers also say that the narrative unfolds with remarkable candor and humor, revealing the resilience and strength that defines Britney. They mention that the book is uplifting and not Hollywood gossip.

"...Very sad as well." Read more

"...Although I hope he is held accountable someday. It shows how loving and innocent she was and how grave a loss she has suffered, for it is those who..." Read more

"This book is eye opening, heartbreaking, and honest. Britney doesn’t narrate the whole audiobook, just the prologue, which is understandable...." Read more

"...I cried a few times and felt very empathic of her pain, over not being able to see her children when her divorce was happening...." Read more

300 customers mention "Depth of content"270 positive30 negative

Customers find the book insightful, eye-opening, inspiring, and important. They also say it brings up many cultural issues related to conservatorships and mental health. Readers also mention that the truth flows freely, and the author is willing to self-reflect on her own mistakes and shortcomings.

"...I love Britney Spears and loved this book. Answered a lot questions and really gave perspective to her life while under the power of her father...." Read more

"This book is eye opening, heartbreaking, and honest. Britney doesn’t narrate the whole audiobook, just the prologue, which is understandable...." Read more

"...Heartbreaking, inspiring and moving accounts shared from the perspective of the legend herself. I appreciate the raw honesty." Read more

"...This was a good insight on what really was going on with her...." Read more

113 customers mention "Plot"79 positive34 negative

Customers are mixed about the plot. Some find it riveting and fascinating, while others say it's repetitive in places, chaotic, and haphazard. They also say the themes are repeated ad nauseum and the writing is just ok.

"...Responsible and pretty, I wanted to be her one day. I supported her through my entire childhood and adulthood...." Read more

"...Very cool build up...." Read more

"...A lot of things are repeated as well...." Read more

"...(4) Britney is goofy and unique. I have always known that and I love love love that about her...." Read more

112 customers mention "Sincerity"112 positive0 negative

Customers find the book honest, detailed, and raw. They also say it's personal, touching, and strong. Readers also say the voice is inspiring and a solid reminder.

"...I loved the authenticity and control behind it, and I am so proud of how she is growing in the present day...." Read more

"This book is eye opening, heartbreaking, and honest. Britney doesn’t narrate the whole audiobook, just the prologue, which is understandable...." Read more

"...I appreciate the raw honesty." Read more

"...That being said, this came from the heart and it is raw and honest and I felt all the emotions learning about what Britney went through under her..." Read more

80 customers mention "Authenticity"76 positive4 negative

Customers find the book incredibly raw, honest, and authentic. They also say the book is written in Britney's voice and feels raw.

"...That being said, this came from the heart and it is raw and honest and I felt all the emotions learning about what Britney went through under her..." Read more

"...jump around a little bit and the flow can be off, but it feels authentically Britney...." Read more

"This book is as raw as it gets...." Read more

"This is raw and real! I couldn't put it down and then I listened to the audio version and loved it even more...." Read more

49 customers mention "Character"49 positive0 negative

Customers find the character phenomenal, wise, and strong. They also say she's a warrior and a symbol of survival and truth. Readers also say the book is easy to read and not boring.

"...Amazing, no. But they painted an incredible picture of her life. Much better writing than I thought to be honest...." Read more

"Easy to read and not boring. Good for the pop star groupie." Read more

"...woman that she truly is again because she really is a kind, beautiful spirited woman!..." Read more

"...Britney, you are one strong, tough, and brilliant woman. Thank you for sharing your story and for being such an inspiration to so many people...." Read more

Conmovedor, honesto, frustrante, esperanzador.
5 out of 5 stars
Conmovedor, honesto, frustrante, esperanzador.
Una súper estrella de la que siempre imaginaríamos que tendría la vida resulta y perfecta solamente por la oportunidad del “dinero”, teniéndolo todo, no tenía nada. Desde sus propias palabras Britney abre su corazón y su alma contando detalle a detalle los vicisitudes de su vida desde niña hasta su edad adulta, dejando entre ver que aún en los momentos más oscuros siempre habrá luz y que la existen cosas indispensables e importantes en la vida de cualquier ser humano más allá del dinero. El libro te atrapa.
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drue
5.0 out of 5 stars Waiting for this
Reviewed in the United States on July 4, 2024
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Short easy read that answered a lot of questions. I love Britney Spears and loved this book. Answered a lot questions and really gave perspective to her life while under the power of her father. Very sad as well.
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Bobbi K
5.0 out of 5 stars Important read to know her side
Reviewed in the United States on May 31, 2024
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“If you follow me on Instagram, you thought this book was going to be written in emojis, didn’t you?” - Page 277

One thing about me that resonates with who I am today, is that I was so enamored by Britney Spears as a child. I grew up as her target age/demographic/audience. I was inspired and intrigued by her confidence, charisma, ability to balance power and kindness so well. Responsible and pretty, I wanted to be her one day. I supported her through my entire childhood and adulthood. And reading this filled my heart so much. I was aching reading the tough experiences that led to terrible pain and mental health issues, but I was so happy to read her moments of triumph too. Her voice deserves to be heard.

The book was written from her perspective and voice and was well curated, with so many topics and times of her life touched on. I loved the authenticity and control behind it, and I am so proud of how she is growing in the present day. I will continue to cherish her as a childhood idol, but even more so now as a growing and independent woman.
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Murderess Marbie
4.0 out of 5 stars Unbelievably impressive. Her torn life on paper.
Reviewed in the United States on October 26, 2023
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I'm only a third way in. Shipped lightening fast.

The print quality of the book is very good. I like the rose and the purple foil, they captured her taste here and will look bomb on my bookshelf.

As for the writing it's good. Amazing, no. But they painted an incredible picture of her life. Much better writing than I thought to be honest. I was expecting more scattered blurbs throughout the book but the way it's presented does honor her experience, and sounds like her up to an extent. Now, I do think the ghost writer went verbose in some areas that were unnecessary which derailed her voice in my head but I imagine getting the whole picture would be difficult.

I was hoping for a thicker book as she's been through a lot. So I am a bit disappointed at that but nevertheless it's an interesting read thus far.

As for Britney's life story. I have to say they were smart in starting with her lineage and she didn't hold back keeping her family accountable from the gate. Good on her for having conviction.

I suddenly found myself understanding little quirks, connecting the dots, certain things would suddenly click in my head. For example her British accent and her relationship with a lynchpin matriarch elder.

Very cool build up. Laying the ground work for her future decisions by presenting us with complex childhood family dynamics really has me understanding her choices and quirks much better than I ever realized I needed to be deep in thought of.

Sometimes we judge from a place of pity or outsider perspective instead of compassion. Now I see the soft gentle feminine side of her mindset that we knew when she was younger start to peek through the pages. It's that sweet part of her soul that she doesn't show much nowadays, for good reason of course as she's been deeply hurt and damaged by other's greed, but that delicate nature is part of why most of us were charmed by her. I hope she finds her way back one day.

She's been through a lot and I found myself relating to things she'd been through, and feeling deeply saddened by her sense of insecurity in childhood. Her insights correlate along with many of my own life experiences and traumas. I was taken aback by her growth in reflection, as one would believe anger would be the easy way to portray her story, not the case here, it's her appreciation for her past that has earned my deep respect beyond what I thought I had possessed prior to reading.

Her story with her brother was touching and softened my distain for his participation in the matter of handling her affairs. Although I hope he is held accountable someday. It shows how loving and innocent she was and how grave a loss she has suffered, for it is those who are selfless that don't speak up only to suffer the most.

Such a contrast to the presentation of her character in the media. Thus far this book is an excellent read!

------ To be Continued

* I'm looking forward to reading through this book in it's entirety and will update when I'm done. One star for the writing not sounding like her in some places. I will change accordingly.
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Bridget
3.0 out of 5 stars My honest review
Reviewed in the United States on October 30, 2023
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As someone who is neither a huge fan, nor someone who dislikes her (and someone who reads a lot of memoirs), this is my completely unbiased, honest review. As for the writing, this was a very quick and easy read. The chapters are short and it’s written at an elementary level. Definitely seems written in her own words but with help of someone else that knows writing, but still let her kind of do what she wants with it. The chapters are just marked by numbers instead of subjects and there’s no pictures in the book. Some sentences I had to try to guess what she really meant, otherwise it didn’t make a lot of sense. A lot of things are repeated as well. The prologue was short and just had to do with when she was a little girl, not what a prologue is supposed to be. It was something that could have just been written into one of the first chapters. The first page of the book, the dedication, is to her sons. At the end of the book where the thank yous go, she said the book is for her fans. Not saying it can’t be both though…

As for the book’s contents, most of the book is about the conservatorship and how much she hates her family. She really glossed over the biggest parts of her career. Not saying the conservatorship shouldn’t have been a big part of the book, but I feel like the first few years of her career after her first album should have had a lot more great stories. The relationship she talked about the most was JT, but even then I think there was a lot left unsaid. She really summed up all other boyfriends/husbands within one or two chapters. The most scandalous parts of the book, in my opinion, don’t have to do with JT or anyone else in particular, but for all the things we find out she was doing at 13 and 14 years old. That was the most fun to read anyway, because we never knew.

I do like her to some extent and feel horrible for everything she had to go through, (because she really made it sound bad) and it’s great that she finally came clean about some stuff in her life. And could even say the opposite of coming clean…she says she wasn’t doing a lot of things that were speculated. So I still recommend the book and think it’s worth reading, it just wasn’t exactly what I was expecting. It’s kind of like she didn’t want to talk about anything other than the conservatorship or anything else where she thought people took advantage of her so she breezed right through all the other years of her life to get to that. But I still respect whatever someone wants to put out there about their life and I can see why she wanted to tell her side of her own story.

Oh my book didn’t have sticky or grease stains like some others said they got, but part of the book binding came undone when I was about a third of the way through, so not the best quality.
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Matthew Grace
5.0 out of 5 stars good read
Reviewed in Canada on July 5, 2024
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well written
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Mayra
5.0 out of 5 stars ¡Muy bien!
Reviewed in Mexico on December 30, 2023
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Llegó antes de lo que me decía la aplicación, lo único es que llegó un poquito maltratado de una esquina del libro, pero no afecta su uso.
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Marilia
5.0 out of 5 stars Perfeito!!!
Reviewed in Brazil on December 7, 2023
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O livro é lindo! Páginas amarelas, pouco ou nenhum erro de digitação, capa dura e vem com uma capinha protetora com uma foto linda da Ney 🫶 Leitura macia de fazer rsrs em 2 dias vc mata o livro.
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Mariam AlSuwaidi
5.0 out of 5 stars sad but amazing!
Reviewed in the United Arab Emirates on July 24, 2024
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I love Britney and I was shocked to read this book.
very interesting yet very powerful
I highly recommend it
Stay strong Britney <3
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Mary
5.0 out of 5 stars Breaking free
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 4, 2024
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To begin with I was unsure of what to expect but by the time I finished I was glad I read it. I found it to be raw,open and honest. I did think some things lacked depth but when you think about the horrible things she experienced you can understand why she only skims the surface. All I see is a powerful brave woman fighting her way back to the light!
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