This Is Me

A Reckoning

De: Hayden Panettiere

Narrado por: Hayden Panettiere

Heroes and Nashville star Hayden Panettiere reclaims her story in a remarkably candid memoir.

Hayden Panettiere’s career in entertainment began before she was old enough to walk. From early commercials to film and television roles in hits like Remember the Titans, her career unfolded in the public eye, resulting in tremendous success by her early teens. She had become a fixture of early-2000s pop culture, earning acclaim for performances in Heroes, Nashville (which earned her two Golden Globe nominations), and beyond—while quietly carrying the weight of expectations that came with being Hollywood’s “It girl.”

Behind the image was a far more complicated reality. As Hayden entered adulthood, the industry that once felt playful grew unforgiving as she learned by experience the pressure placed on young performers, the hefty price that often comes with fame, and how quickly someone else can take control of your story. She recounts being scrutinized by tabloids, watching her body and private pain become public property, and performing storylines on-screen that echoed trauma she was living through off-camera.

In this memoir, Hayden shares a rare and intimate glimpse into her life behind closed doors, opening up about postpartum depression, addiction and recovery, trauma, domestic abuse, and loss. She holds nothing back as she reflects on the moments she calls “lifequakes”— experiences that fractured her sense of self and forced her to rebuild it from the inside out. In This Is Me: A Reckoning Hayden showcases her most vulnerable role yet. . .this is her story, on her terms.

Sadness in your voice at the beginning!

My 1st audible book. I’ve always been a fan and it was so good to hear the whole story. I loved how her voice changed throughout the book and that she sounded like her cheerful self. Great book! Be so proud of yourself 🎉

amazing

Hayden I've been a fan of yours since you were small and admired you from afar. your story of strength and resilience was so inspiring. I'm so proud of you and your story.

Direct honesty

Nothing that I can put a finger on comes to my mind. It was well thought out

Thoughtful

You can hear the emotion and rawness. I finished it so quickly. It is very relatable and engaging. I highly recommend.

Lackluster

It was kinda boring. Which is surprising, since Hayden is such a light! Not every celebrity needs a book.