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jvsiskey's review against another edition
5.0
Excellent sports biography. I learned so much about LeBron, and came away feeling different about someone who I've been aware of for the last 20 years.
andasaracut's review against another edition
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
5.0
hellarachel's review against another edition
5.0
Disclaimer: This is the first biography of an athlete I've read since grade school, but the bar has been set HIGH. I am not a basketball fan (I'll watch games with friends, but I don't follow players). When LeBron left Cleveland to play for Miami, I thought the reactions of fans were ridiculous (burning a jersey? C'mon). But Jeff Benedict covered LeBron's life with rich detail and interesting storytelling. I surprised myself with how hard it was to put down the book - I wanted to learn more about LeBron on and off the court.
The only downsides were the length (18 hours!) and the amount of backstory provided for some folks. Sometimes I got lost in what their connection was, making it hard to keep track of the "side players" as they came in and out of LeBron's life.
Overall, very well-written and accessible to those who aren't LeBron or basketball fans. I hope LeBron continues his charity and political work - he has already made a difference for so many.
The only downsides were the length (18 hours!) and the amount of backstory provided for some folks. Sometimes I got lost in what their connection was, making it hard to keep track of the "side players" as they came in and out of LeBron's life.
Overall, very well-written and accessible to those who aren't LeBron or basketball fans. I hope LeBron continues his charity and political work - he has already made a difference for so many.
pwtjax's review against another edition
5.0
Fantastic book. LeBron James is arguably the most impressive American athlete of all time. He has lived most of his life in public and his biggest flaw is HOW he announced he was going to play for the Miami Heat.
LeBron’s basketball skills are not his most impressive attributes. His brilliance, instincts, maturity and discipline all outrank his athleticism. These attributes explain why 20 years into his career, LeBron is still one of the best players in the world.
Perhaps his greatest gift is his instincts for who to surround himself with. Starting with Maverick Carter and then Rick Paul, Randy Mims and his wife Savannah, LeBron surrounded himself with an amazing group of talented and loyal people that were vital to his ascension as an icon.
Once LeBron retires the empire he has built off the court will take more of a spotlight. He’s at the front of the line to own the NBA expansion team in Las Vegas. Twenty years from now I expect him to own multiple pro franchises and be one of the most powerful moguls in Hollywood.
This is one of the best sports biographies I’ve ever read about an amazing American. Highly recommend.
LeBron’s basketball skills are not his most impressive attributes. His brilliance, instincts, maturity and discipline all outrank his athleticism. These attributes explain why 20 years into his career, LeBron is still one of the best players in the world.
Perhaps his greatest gift is his instincts for who to surround himself with. Starting with Maverick Carter and then Rick Paul, Randy Mims and his wife Savannah, LeBron surrounded himself with an amazing group of talented and loyal people that were vital to his ascension as an icon.
Once LeBron retires the empire he has built off the court will take more of a spotlight. He’s at the front of the line to own the NBA expansion team in Las Vegas. Twenty years from now I expect him to own multiple pro franchises and be one of the most powerful moguls in Hollywood.
This is one of the best sports biographies I’ve ever read about an amazing American. Highly recommend.