'I wanted my story to help others': Gisèle Pelicot memoir launches in 22 languages
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by FRANCE 24February 18, 2026
Gisèle Pelicot, the French woman whose husband was convicted of inviting dozens of men to rape her unconscious body, has released her memoir, recounting the horrors she endured and why she chose to go public in a trial that shocked the world. Released in 22 languages worldwide, "A Hymn to Life" sends a message of hope to victims of sexual violence.
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Originally published on France 24 Europe on 2/18/2026