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  • How (Not) to Be Strong

  • By: Alex Scott
  • Narrated by: Alex Scott
  • Length: 7 hrs and 20 mins
  • 4.9 out of 5 stars (432 ratings)

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From the football cages of East London to broadcasting to millions, the engine powering Alex Scott's remarkable journey has always been her resilience. But thanks to a 'push-through mentality' the world has only ever seen the 'strong' side of Alex Scott. Now Alex is ready to lower the shield. In How (Not) to Be Strong, Alex shares the lessons that have shaped her, from finally confronting the legacy of a tumultuous childhood to tarnished truth behind the gleaming football trophies.

With raw honesty, Alex shows how she's tackled life's challenges and that sometimes the strongest thing you can do is show your most vulnerable side to the world.

©2022 Alex Scott (P)2022 Penguin Audio
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Honest and heartfelt

a very honest and open read, which brought both sadness and joy to the reader.

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Inspiring

Was looking at the book and wasn’t sure if to use a credit but so so glad I did. Fantastic listen laughed and cried with Alex. Truly amazing lady who’s done/doing so much for ladies football. Highly recommended read

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Excellent listen - brilliantly read

A really well put together book. Alex you are an inspiration for everyone, please keep up the great work and stay passionate. With Alex narrating the book it provides a real emotional feel through her life journey.

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Powerful, honest and uplifting

Loved this audio book. Alex Scott tells a very honest and emotive account , what a woman !

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Powerful!

Loved this book & the fact it was narrated by Alex too, it really made you feel all the emotions! Well done Alex!

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A moving autobiography

Alex gives a real and sometimes raw insight into her life on and off the pitch. A thoroughly enjoyable listen. Full of hope after adversity.
Well done Alex.

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Brilliant 💕

I enjoyed every minute of this book. Well done, Alex. I'm sure a lot of people reading this will relate to your struggles, highs and lows. Your personal stories, and smile at your well deserved success. 💕

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So Raw and Honest

Loved every minute of it and how empowering it is for women in sport and what she has done to make it what it is today.

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Pure emotion, love and punch the air support!

Words can’t explain how listening to this audio book makes me feel. And listening to Alex’s story makes you love her more and more! You feel like you understand her and respect her even more.
The Dyslexia, the proving people wrong, the troubled start in life, the ambition, the losses and the wins. It practically is my past two so even more of a connection.

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Fantastic listen

Wow!! What an emotional journey! Made so much better with the narration by Alex herself. I enjoyed every minute.

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