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Review Date: 7/20/2009
Helpful Score: 1
I am an avid reader of Stephen King, and I can say with strict confidence that Joe Hill has made his father proud with this book! I was frightened from the moment I began reading!! I couldn't put it down and finished it in 1 day. Turn on all the lights AND the TV before you open this one!! An excellent book!
Review Date: 11/8/2010
Helpful Score: 4
WONDERFUL, WONDERFUL!! I tend to avoid autobiographies just because of the tediousness with which so many people recount their lives. But Agassi is a truly gifted writer, with extremely subtle life lessons sprinkled throughout his book. I loved watching him play tennis for so many reasons, and now I have an even deeper respect for him. There are a lot of "Oh, THAT'S why!!" moments for the reader, such as when and why Agassi adopted his trademark of blowing kisses to the crowd exactly 4 times as he exited the court, win or lose.
I highly recommend this read, even if you are not a fan of tennis. Agassi's feelings, fears, and obstacles are universal--for athletes AND non-athletes.
I highly recommend this read, even if you are not a fan of tennis. Agassi's feelings, fears, and obstacles are universal--for athletes AND non-athletes.
Review Date: 9/12/2009
Helpful Score: 1
This is one of the most fantastic books I've read in a while. I read the last 10 pages through my own tears. It is a great book. I immediately ordered the author's 2nd book from another member and am looking forward to reading that one, as well.
Review Date: 8/26/2009
This is one of the most fantastic novels I've read in a long time. The story is absolutely heartbreaking, and I was appalled to realize that I, in my mid-thirties, had never heard of the Vel' d'Hiv'. Great congratulations and many thanks to this talented author for bringing a horrifying but important piece of history to light.
While I would love to keep this beautiful book as my own, I know it is on many members' Wish Lists (that's how I received it!), and I want as many people as possible to read it. I recommend this book to everyone!
While I would love to keep this beautiful book as my own, I know it is on many members' Wish Lists (that's how I received it!), and I want as many people as possible to read it. I recommend this book to everyone!
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