She is as polarizing and nearly as popular as her mom, and now millions of fans of Bristol Palin, daughter of former Republican Vice Presidential candidate Sarah Palin, will hear what life is really like for this twenty year old single mother of a two year old boy. For the first time, Bristol shares the intimate behind the scenes drama in her life, from growing up in Alaska to coming of age when her mother begins to rise in the political landscape, from dealing with a teen pregnancy in the spotlight of the Republican National Convention to coping as a single mother when her relationship with her baby's father crumbles publicly, not once, but twice. The tabloids have had a heyday with Bristol and yet she's never spoken at length to the press about any of these high profile events, including how she maintained her composure when she faced criticism and even threats of physical violence as a contestant and finalist on Dancing with the Stars. An advocate for young girls everywhere Bristol will delve into all of these topics and more. From body image to the Tea Party, how does one very young woman under the glare of an often nasty media spotlight handle the pressure without losing her mind, her faith, and her friends?
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"She writes convincingly, and humbly, of how she was able to move beyond her feelings of shame and Hester Prynne-like social ostracism."--Washington Post
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Bristol first entered the national spotlight when her mother, former Governor of Alaska, Sarah Palin was selected to be John McCain's running mate in the 2008 Presidential election. Bristol traveled the country alongside her mother, father and siblings on the campaign trail. After giving birth to her son Tripp, and becoming a single teen mother in 2008, Palin became a spokesperson for the prevention of teen pregnancy and other teen issues. As an advocate for the protection of life, Palin wanted to share her story with other teens who may one day face a similar situation. Palin also acts as Teen Ambassador for The Candie's Foundation, to prevent teen and unplanned pregnancy. As part of her campaign, Palin recently guest starred as herself on an episode of ABC Family's teenage drama The Secret Life of the American Teenager. Palin resides in Alaska with her son and family.
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By Elbelle
Format:Hardcover
I loved Bristol's book! It was so far from what the media portrayed of her and her family. It's a great book, especially for your preteen!
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Shameful
30 Jun 2011
By Texasgoldengirl
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Format:Kindle Edition
Bristol has always seemed to me to be a spunky, earnest young woman, so I was expecting this book to be an interesting read with some self-reflection and life lessons that would be helpful to American teens. I can't express in words how disappointed I was after reading it. As many others have commented, Bristol refuses to take responsibility for ANY of the bad decisions she made and seems clueless about how basically calling Levi a date rapist will effect his relationship with his son in the future. Yes, Levi seems like a jerk, but he is still her son's father and like attracts like so why was she with him so long? Her version of the story is not only completely self-serving, but it doesn't ring true. Bristol's credibility is further damaged by how she paints herself as the innocent victim in every situation. Everyone's out to get her and her family. It was extremely tiresome by the end of the book. This was a book filled with whining, complaining, and grievances galore. Bristol assumes the absolute worst about everyone she encounters, yet wants the reader to assume the best about her. I could understand it if having her child had truly destroyed a promising future she had in the works, but in reality she's been rewarded with riches and opportunities other 20 year olds could only dream of. I can't help but worry about Sarah Palin's other kids and what lesson they are learning about the consequences that come from bad decisions. Why wouldn't they also take the easy road to fame and fortune just like their big sister? Shame on Bristol, her ghostwriter and her mom, if she had anything to do with the content of this book. And shame on America for bestowing unearned celebrity on a young lady who clearly is not appreciative or mature enough to handle it. I would have never even considered buying Levi's upcoming book but now I might depending on its reviews. After this drivel, I'm curious to hear his side.
One last thing, how could Sarah Palin call this book perfect??? That was one of the reasons I decided to give it a read. Shameful!
One last thing, how could Sarah Palin call this book perfect??? That was one of the reasons I decided to give it a read. Shameful!
131 of 170 people found the following review helpful
1.0 out of 5 stars
waste of time
1 Aug 2011
By alaskan20something
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Format:Hardcover
I read this book thinking that my opinion of Bristol may change after hearing her side of the story. I was wrong. Like Bristol, I grew up in Alaska. There is no way the story this girl tells is true. She didn't know alcohol got you drunk? Please. This book is dripping with fabricated stories to justify her mistakes. How about admitting you made decisions you regret instead of blaming everyone else? There isn't a "journey so far" if you haven't learned anything or taken responsibility for your life.
53 of 68 people found the following review helpful
1.0 out of 5 stars
Her mother taught her well, self-promote for the $$$$
20 Aug 2011
By Rod de Paris
- Published on Amazon.com
Format:Hardcover
This book was just "infantile". It tries to play up to just a girl from a "average-normal" family. Yes, while there are alot of dysfunctional families out there, there are more note-worthy stories to tell of real young people struggling. But the Palin's are striking while the iron's hot..., before they infamy vanishes... Don't waste your money, donate it to a good cause...
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