Fierce

How Competing for Myself Changed Everything

By: Aly Raisman

Narrated by: Natalie Roy Camargo

Discover Aly Raisman's inspiring story of dedication, perseverance, and learning to think positive even in the toughest times on her path to gold medal success in two Olympic Games--and beyond.

Aly Raisman first stepped onto a gymnastics mat as a toddler in a "mommy & me" gymnastics class. No one could have predicted then that sixteen years later, she'd be standing on an Olympic podium, having achieved her dreams.

Aly's road to success was full of hard work, perseverance, and victories, but not without its hardships. Aly faced many obstacles, from naysayers who said she'd never make it in gymnastics to classmates who shamed her for her athletic body to a devastating betrayal of trust. Through it all, Aly surrounded herself with supportive family, friends, and teammates and found the inner strength to remain positive and believe in herself. Now, in her own words, Aly shows what it takes to be a champion on and off the floor, and takes readers on a behind-the-scenes journey before, during, and after her remarkable achievements in two Olympic Games--through her highest highs, lowest lows, and all the moments in between.

Honest and heartfelt, frank and funny, Aly's story is enhanced with never-before-published photos, excerpts from the personal journals she's kept since childhood that chronicle memorable moments with her teammates, and hard-won advice for readers striving to rise above challenges, learn to love themselves, and make their own dreams come true.

wow!! eye opening to truth!

Ally what a brave young lady who has lived an amazing life yet filled with poor choices from others. the good part is the fearless attitude you have for sharing your story and truth. Thank you! your mom is correct your character is far more important than a gold medal, but you are rocking them both!!

LOVE!!

Inspirational! I have always been a big fan of Aly the gymnast but I am even a bigger fan of Aly the strong fierce young woman I had the pleasure to get to “know” through this book. This book really makes you realize what is important in life.

Awesome inspiring

Initially as a 33 year old woman I thought the book was a little out of my age , but her overal powerful message really made me admire how strong she is to share her story & inspire women to continue to be strong and find their voice when things are tough. The narrator wasn’t my favorite. Almost too happy , if that’s even a bad thing. Overall a good listen for women and young men who love gymnastics and of course are looking for a book that opens ones eyes to getting past the bad to being a great version of yourself.

Must Read!

Loved it! I felt the narrator told the story just as fun and compelling as Aly would. Very interesting, inspiring, fun and helpful book. Loved Alys personal message at the end!

GREAT BOOK🥰

I am a gymnast my self and I have always loved aly she is such an inspiration to all girls and she’s beautiful and this book was so long and good and i will listen to this book a lot it is so good I definitely recommend it