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In new memoir, Brooke Shields talks aging, beauty and an unwanted medical procedure

NPR's Book of the Day

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Navigating Identity and Empowerment

This chapter discusses the evolution of the speaker's identity in the entertainment industry, highlighting the tension between being perceived as sweet and the need for assertiveness. It explores themes of empowerment, the impact of societal beauty standards, and the personal challenges faced by women, including a harrowing experience with a cosmetic procedure.

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