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Joan
- The True Story of Britain’s Most Notorious Diamond Thief
- Narrated by: Kim Taylforth
- Length: 9 hrs and 28 mins
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Summary
Brought to you by Penguin.
Diamonds are a girl's best friend.
Joan Hannington was the most notorious female figure in London's criminal underworld during the 80s, earning her the nickname 'The Godmother'. With her stunning looks and glamorous wardrobe, Joan was constantly underestimated, but she used this to her advantage and became an undetected mastermind in high-stakes jewellery theft. Often transforming herself into different characters, Joan seamlessly got away with millions of pounds in diamonds.
Coming from a violent, loveless childhood, Joan learnt to trust no one but herself. At seventeen, she becomes a mother, but is trapped in a disastrous marriage with a brutal thug. When he goes on the run, Joan seizes the moment to leave her old life. Motivated by her desire to care for her daughter, Joan gets swept up in the exhilarating world of a life of crime and makes some heartbreaking decisions as she sets her sights on a better life.
Joan is the true story of her meteoric rise from petty offender to one of Britain's most accomplished diamond thieves, making a success of life by not playing by the rules when the odds seemed stacked against her.
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- Ann D
- 06-10-24
Brilliant!
This autobiography is really excellent. What a life, so interesting, engaging, compelling even. The narration is also faultless. The TV drama is different and has clearly used lots of artistic licence. Both are very enjoyable. Highly recommend.
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- Allie
- 05-10-24
Best Book I’ve Listed to
Listen to this is a day, totally addictive, and brutally honest from the author. I never wanted it to end. I’ve watched the TV show which is good, but this book is absolutely amazing. I also enjoyed the updated part at the end.
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- Tracey Podger
- 06-10-24
Bloody Brilliant
I liked the whole story and listened to it in one day I was so hooked and couldn't turn it off. I really admire Joan and wish her all the best for the rest of her life thanks for writing your book it was so informative and easy to listen to. Such a sad life in places but she remained positive. Hope she stays happy for the rest of her days 😘
Tracey
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- Anonymous User
- 03-10-24
Absolutely gripping. Loved it.
It just flows so fast. Exciting, and a really eye-opening insight into the real life of a gutsy, smart, lady, who says it as it is. I'd love to meet her!
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- Tracy Moore Kriek
- 11-10-24
A Human spirit, capable of such inner strength
Joan, your inner spirit and belief in yourself to overcome so much, astonishing. Thank you for sharing your life story.
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- Linda Cenci
- 11-10-24
feeling right in it
good story ...love to meet her. her childhood was awlful, she us a seeing woman and came out on top. enjoy the read.
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- Parent
- 07-10-24
Depressing
Endless abuse and personal misery makes what could be a great story too depressing to listen to
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