The narrative tells the story of Giselle, a young woman who grew up in France with her parents. Her father, a travel agent, named her Giselle, meaning "beautiful like a star". Her mother, however, never liked her as much as her father did. This is evident when Giselle's mom reacts negatively to her father's affectionate gestures towards her, such as when she tries to show off a new dress she bought for her.
Giselle's life takes a turn when she starts school and is bullied by her geography teacher, Miss Diana. This incident leads to a complaint letter being sent to Giselle's parents, which results in her mother being furious, while her father finds the situation amusing. This dynamic continues throughout Giselle's life, with her mother often treating her rudely, while her father seems to always be on her side.
Giselle grows up to be a beautiful girl and discovers her love for acting. She takes part in all of the school plays, often beating out a mean girl named Ashley for the lead roles. One day, Ashley bullies a shy kid named Sam, which leads to Giselle stepping in and defending him. This results in a fight with Ashley, which is broken up by teachers and their moms. Giselle is suspended from school for three days as a result.
Upon returning home, Giselle's mother starts complaining to her father about the incident, which leads to a heated argument. Giselle's father leaves the house, leaving her mother alone. A few days later, it is revealed that Sam's dad is a world-famous movie director, which changes the attitude of everyone towards Sam. Giselle also starts a relationship with Sam, which her mother disapproves of.
Giselle and Sam decide to get engaged before heading off for college. However, on the day of the engagement dinner, Giselle's mother interrupts the ceremony with a picture of Sam kissing another girl, accusing him of being unfaithful. This ruins the evening and leads to Giselle's father leaving the house.
Giselle and Sam get married, but Giselle's father doesn't attend. A few months later, Giselle's father tells her that he is getting married again. Giselle is happy for him, but she is shocked when he doesn't come to her wedding.
Giselle's fame grows, and she starts feeling distant from Sam. She starts working harder and is nominated for a big award. However, Sam doesn't attend the award ceremony. When she gets home, she finds Sam having a huge party at their place. This leads to a fight, and Giselle punches Sam. She then reports him for theft, and he leaves.
Giselle decides to visit her mother, who is stunned to see her. They reconcile, and Giselle apologizes to her mother for never realizing how her father made her feel. Her mother forgives her and tells her that they can start over.
1. The speaker's name is Giselle.
2. Giselle lives with her parents in France.
3. Giselle's father named her Giselle, which means "beautiful like a star".
4. Giselle's father loved her more than anyone else in the world.
5. Giselle's mother never liked her very much.
6. In second grade, Giselle's geography teacher, Miss Diana, bullied a girl.
7. Giselle defended the girl and was sent to the principal by Miss Diana.
8. Giselle's father, a travel agent, was amused by the situation.
9. Giselle's mother was furious but her father couldn't stop laughing.
10. Giselle's mother was furious when she saw her father's gifts for Giselle.
11. Giselle's mother angrily turned away and left.
12. Giselle's mother always talked to her rudely after that day.
13. Giselle's father was a travel agent.
14. Giselle's mother was furious but her father couldn't stop laughing at the statements Giselle made in class.
15. Giselle's mother was furious at her father but took it out on Giselle by not giving her dessert.
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