A review by jonitaylor
Tough Girl: An Olympian's Journey by Carolyn Wood

5.0

I think I am a really hard grader when it comes to ratings. For me, if I am able to walk away from a book, and not finish it like a bowl of ice cream, and read deep into the night, then I don't give a 5 star. But this one is great, even though it took me a bit longer to get through. As an athlete and a woman, I am so thankful for Ms. Wood's story, and pre Title IV accomplishments. This story alone is worth the read. But it goes deeper. Much. And her integrity and commitment to herself, and her honesty, even when it was not easy, was such an inspiring read. I enjoyed her journey to Rome 1960. I enjoyed her back story, and coming of age. And the story of her finding her place once again, sans partner of 30 years. I knew nothing about her, but it was in my library's NEW BOOK selection. So happy I stumbled across this book.