Gisèle Pelicot Survived Mass Rape. Now She’s Looking to the Future.
The New York Times • • world
Key Points:
- Gisèle Pelicot, a survivor of drugged rape by her former husband and others, has found peace and happiness over a year after their conviction, overcoming health issues including cervical cancer caused by the assaults.
- She has paid off debts incurred by her ex-husband and is now in a loving relationship, encouraging other rape victims to pursue happiness despite their trauma.
- After a period of silence and isolation, Pelicot has released a memoir titled "A Hymn to Life," published in 22 languages, with an English audiobook narrated by Emma Thompson.
- She is currently on a two-month book tour, sharing her story and message of resilience, including a recent event in London featuring actresses Kristin Scott Thomas and Kate Winslet.
