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The First Half
- Narrated by: Gabby Logan
- Length: 9 hrs and 3 mins
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Summary
A fascinating, inspiring and funny memoir from much-loved broadcaster Gabby Logan
When I sat down to write this book, I was really not keen on the idea of writing a biography that charted my life in a regular, linear fashion. Largely because I thought that nobody would be interested in how well I did in my maths GCSE ( C ) or what my first dog was called (Sadie). But looking back over my life I realise we are all a product of the things that happen to us along the way, even the most fleeting of conversations with a stranger, and by gathering my turning points and life-changing moments together, I have found a way of telling the story of my life - a story of family, love, loss, determination, devastating lows and the highest of highs.
Whether it's presenting the Olympics, dancing on Strictly or chatting to guests on her hugely popular podcast, Gabby Logan has been a much-loved broadcaster and a fixture in our lives for over 25 years.
In this, her first ever book, Gabby takes us through the story of her life through the turning points and important events that have led her to where she is today. Just how did the little girl who lay in bed pondering the big questions like Why do I matter? Why was I born? end up as a woman who dropped her physics GCSE at the first chance and now talks on telly for a living?
Gabby talks candidly about the highs, lows, loves and losses she's experienced. Whether it's the heart-breaking early death of her brother, her father's alcoholism, navigating sexism at work or the time she almost became the Rose of Tralee by accident, The First Half is an entertaining, absorbing, inspirational memoir which will make you laugh and cry.
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"A brilliant book. Read immediately." (Claudia Winkleman)
"A fascinating, inspiring and funny memoir from much-loved presenter." (Gabby Logan)
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- Laura Haynes
- 23-05-23
Enjoyed it immensely
I loved this even more than I thought I would. Gabby has such an interesting and inspiring story.
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- Sarah L
- 18-05-24
Honest and Entertaining throughout
Loved this book, hadn’t really appreciated the journey Gabby had been on. I always liked her football commentary but now have new found respect and admiration for her as well. Thanks for forging a path.
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- Amazon Customer
- 10-01-23
Loved it
Heartwarming and frank biography - such honesty and determination to succeed. Look forward to the second half
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- Amazon Customer
- 21-10-23
Compelling
This was a beautiful raw authentic honest fascinating listen.
Already had a girl crush on Gabby blazing a trail in a man’s world and her podcast The Midlife is brilliant.
And she married one of our finest 🏉🏴 the lovely Kenny!
Chapeau! 🤠
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- Anonymous User
- 30-01-23
Great read
Very relatable, covered all emotions, great sporting references & insight into broadcasting too, now to check out the podcast!
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- Brenda
- 30-11-22
A great read……
I love biographies and this was one of the best. Gabby’s narration was brilliant. A boring monosyllabic narration is such a put off and this was definitely lively and amusing. I enjoyed the Wim Hof programme on TV too. Well done Gabby🌷
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- Craig Breakey
- 07-12-22
Awesome
Brilliantly written, really funny in places and a very good listen. Thank you.
Gabby Logan.
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- Brown Eyed Girl
- 28-09-23
Fabulous Listen
The First Half
Gabby Logan
One classy lady!
An honest heartfelt story about her life so far. I had a little tear at the end.
Listened on audible- it was well read, articulate and well presented as well as being an interesting story of her “First Half”
This is an absolute fabulous book. One of the best autobiographies I have read ( listened too) in a long time!
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- Anonymous User
- 17-02-23
Brilliant Read
What a fantastic book, so open and honest, Gabby is an inspiration to do many and shows what Shear determination can achieve
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- jill w.
- 11-11-22
Fantastic
Really well written and narrated. Super interesting life but written in Such a relatable way - we can all take something away from this book of hope, adventure, sacrifice, success and discovery. Loved getting to know you more Gabby x
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