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  • Full Circle

  • From Hollywood to Real Life and Back Again
  • By: Andrea Barber
  • Narrated by: Andrea Barber
  • Length: 6 hrs and 23 mins
  • 4.8 out of 5 stars (13 ratings)

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Publisher's Summary

She grew up in front of the world on the beloved sitcom Full House, but then actress Andrea Barber abruptly left Hollywood. Why did she leave and what did she do for 20 years out of the spotlight before returning to television? This is her funny and inspiring memoir of fame, heartache, resilience - and the reboot of a lifetime....

When Kimmy Gibbler burst into the Tanners' home on Full House in 1987, audiences immediately connected with the confident and quirky pre-teen character, played by 10-year-old actress Andrea Barber. During an eight-season run on one of the most popular series of the '80s and '90s, Andrea came of age in front of millions. But she was as far removed from her character as a girl can get. The introverted young star was plagued with self-doubt, insecurities, and debilitating anxieties that left her questioning her identity after the show's cancelation. Andrea wouldn't return to the public eye until 2016, for Fuller House. So what happened in those intervening decades that Andrea jokingly calls "the lost years"? 

For starters, Andrea never stopped working. But it was on a series of life-changing transitions: earning a college degree, then a Master's, building a career in international education, getting married, and starting a family. She also faced some unforeseeable transitions: navigating a sudden divorce after nearly 12 years of marriage, and second-guessing her capabilities as a single mother. But it was her devastating bout with post-partum anxiety and depression that derailed Andrea's life - and became a crucial turning point. 

Full Circle is a raw, refreshingly honest look into the life of a celebrity who has never been fully comfortable in the spotlight. Here Andrea shares her deeply personal struggles with mental health in a way she has never done before. She opens up about fighting her way back and finding solace - while finding herself - all before her life came full circle with her costars and lifelong friends on Fuller House. Sharing her journey from child star, to champion of mental health, and back to stardom, Andrea writes in a way that feels like catching up with an old friend. 

You'll laugh, reminisce, and finally get to know the woman behind the zany next-door neighbor.

©2019 Andrea Barber (P)2019 Recorded Books

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Amazing book!!

I loved this book so much. I love the message about dealing with anxiety and knowing you're stronger than you may think.

Hearing Andreas crying when she spoke about certain topics made me feel all the words that little bit more.

Thanks Andrea for sharing your stort and being open and transparent about it.

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Loved every second

I eschewed all the ‘must-read’ New York Times bestsellers and the like in favour of something I thought I’d enjoy much more. And, boy, did I nail it!

I loved every second. It was such a beautifully crafted memoir narrated perfectly by the author whose voice I’d know anywhere.

This book is for Full House fans, Fuller House fans, Kimmy Gibbler fans, anyone who suffers from anxiety and/or depression and anyone who’s been through a painful divorce.

If you adore the totally loveable, open, honest and down-to-earth Andrea Barber, you’ll adore her even more after listening to this book. If I met her, I’m sure we’d become instant besties. 😉

Thank you, Andrea, for taking the time to put together this incredible book and audio for so many to enjoy and get so much value out of. It will stay with me for a very long time. xoxo

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Amazing book

Great insight behind the actress and her experience. So raw and honest.

Enjoyed every minute of this book

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Honest, down to earth & so enjoyable

A fabulously unpretentious look at life as a child star in Hollywood, followed by a down to earth, relatable description of life after Hollywood, with its many ups and downs. I found myself falling in love with Andrea as I experienced the world through her eyes. If you want an honest, genuine picture of life in Hollywood and beyond, I highly recommend this book!

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