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My Time to Stand

A Memoir

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My Time to Stand

By: Gypsy-Rose Blanchard, Melissa Moore, Michele Matrisciani
Narrated by: Gypsy-Rose Blanchard
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A victim of her mother’s Munchausen by proxy and child abuse survivor, Gypsy-Rose Blanchard’s unique and controversial case made headlines across the world.

Now, she’s finally free to start living her life on her terms—and to tell her own story as only she can.

Forced to use a wheelchair in public and endure a lifetime of faux illness, fraud, and exploitation, Gypsy was subjected not only to her mother’s medical, physical, and emotional abuse, but deprived of childhood milestones. Prevented from attending school or socializing, Gypsy’s formative years were defined by pain and isolation.

After serving eight years in prison for the role she played in her mother Dee Dee’s murder, Gypsy is embracing her fresh start—and reminding all of us that it’s never too late.

In this revelatory, harrowing, and ultimately hopeful memoir, Gypsy shares the painful realities she grew up with and the details of her life that only she knows, including:
• The abusive cycle that began with Dee Dee’s abuse by her father
• Gypsy’s fear that continued unnecessary surgery would leave her truly disabled
• How she coped with guilt and accepted responsibility for her mother’s death
• Memories of her final days in prison
• What she learned upon reviewing her own medical records for the first time
• How it felt to finally see her family again as her authentic self

Featuring new facts about Gypsy’s life that she previously kept private, My Time to Stand offers an unprecedented look at the real Gypsy-Rose Blanchard, proudly embarking on her ongoing journey to recovery and self-discovery.

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I felt this was written well, but more so simple. I would have loved to hear more heartfelt details of her life and experiences. Proud of her for getting this far in life.

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Couldn’t put it down

I’ve been gripped by Gypsy’s story from the news break she was missing, i remember praying that they find that little girl alive & being shocked when she walked into court on her own for the first time. Using JPay i became pen pals with her briefly while she was imprisoned & always tried to stay up on what events occurred in her life thru various FB groups, including the best one run by Kristi, where we could share our support & love for Gypsy. I’m constantly moved by Gypsy’s strength & resilience, rooting for her along the way thru every trial & tribulation. I’m so grateful (as a survivor of childhood abuse myself) that Gypsy has shared her story with the world. She is inspiring & I hope she continues her path of using her life as an example that aids others. I can not wait for the next chapter of her life that is still unwritten… thank you for this detailed glimpse into the good the bad & the ugly… and for being a beacon of hope that everything is only temporary & life can always turn around!

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Nothing new from the Netflix movie

Unfortunately there is not anything new revealed or stated that was not in the movie. I was hoping it would be more in depth about Gypsy’s life as a child and how she felt.

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Love it

For anyone who’s invested in her story you’ll like this version. Regardless of truth or lies, I found the book enjoyable.

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Thank you for the inside view Gypsy.

I listened to this over a few days. I found it very interesting and appreciate Gypsy being so vulnerable. Thank you for sharing.

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Very emotive

Love to hear the book and lot of women can relate to her suffering it was very interesting

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the authors perspective

I felt like alot of the book was her rationalizing her actions. but who doesn't do this. I enjoyed the book

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I read this book in a couple of days. It was a good read, but I feel like I was hoping for more. It was very simple and kind of felt like a watered down version .Very safe .

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Beautifully Heart wrenching

I could not stop listening. Gypsy did a great job reading the book. There was many incidents in Gypsy’s life prior to her mom’s death that are missed in the movies. Such a sad situation. My heart goes out to them all.

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Beautifully written

Gypsy, I'm delighted to have chosen your book as my latest read. Congratulations on crafting this engaging narrative, and thank you for sharing your story with us!

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