- Paperback: 336 pages
- Publisher: HarperSport; New Ed edition (4 Jun 2007)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0007242026
- ISBN-13: 978-0007242023
- Product Dimensions: 19.8 x 14.8 x 2.6 cm
- Average Customer Review: 2.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 353,097 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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15 of 20 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I got up this morning. I didn't have a cup of tea 'cos I don't like tea. Then I went to work and played football. I didn't see the boss because he was in the office.
Not only does Rooney have nothing to say but his writing style makes "The Sun" look like Shakespeare. When he has done something worth writing about he needs to get someone else to write about it for him.
Not only does Rooney have nothing to say but his writing style makes "The Sun" look like Shakespeare. When he has done something worth writing about he needs to get someone else to write about it for him.
10 of 14 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
At first glance, this looks like a brand new book about Wayne Rooney. In fact, it's simply last year's 'Wayne Rooney: My Story So Far' in paperback, but re-designed completely so that big colour pictures of Wayne appear between every chapter. This makes it look more like a picture-book than a life-story: less David Copperfield and more The Mr Men.
That's fine, as far as it goes - but the written bits are as bad as ever. Compare Steven Gerrard's book (the only one of many which sold well after last summer's World Cup) or either of Gazza's books (co-authored, like Wayne's book, by Hunter Davies). These read like you're sitting having a pint with a player who is telling you all about his life. This book, on the other hand, feels like it's been written by a committee - or perhaps a computer. Unlike Wayne's lively performances on the pitch and his colourful life off it, this is as lifeless as yesterday's leftovers.
So do buy this book if you want to look at colour pictures of Wayne Rooney. You might want to skip the writing.
That's fine, as far as it goes - but the written bits are as bad as ever. Compare Steven Gerrard's book (the only one of many which sold well after last summer's World Cup) or either of Gazza's books (co-authored, like Wayne's book, by Hunter Davies). These read like you're sitting having a pint with a player who is telling you all about his life. This book, on the other hand, feels like it's been written by a committee - or perhaps a computer. Unlike Wayne's lively performances on the pitch and his colourful life off it, this is as lifeless as yesterday's leftovers.
So do buy this book if you want to look at colour pictures of Wayne Rooney. You might want to skip the writing.
1 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This is the first footballers autobiography I read and it was this book that got me hooked on footballers autobiographys. Its an excellent book, and after reading it I had a lot of respect for Wayne Rooney, which I didnt have before.
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A chance to find out a bit more about what Wayne thinks
I found this book highly enjoyable. It is clear that the co author is the one writing it all down, however, it is also fair to say that it reads as if Wayne has written it. Read more
Published on 4 Sep 2008 by Clarki1England
Honest, Informative & Light Reading
This book is a must have for any England/United fan. It offers the other side of the story to what is often speculation in the media - believe me once you've read it you'll be... Read more
Published on 26 Jan 2008 by zsarah74
'Come in No.10'
I sometimes wonder (and worry) about the amount of worth works like this can actually achieve. Lame in reality, dumb and tedious in its effort and execution, it beggars the... Read more
Published on 25 Dec 2007 by Paul Ess.
An easy read about the best English player for years
First of all, let me say that the other reviewers of this book have got it all wrong. Ok, it may not be the most intellectual read but let's be honest, if you're reading a... Read more
Published on 24 Oct 2007 by P. D. Barry
another book
wayne ronney was a good football player/ a man of big balls. but his book is not up to the same quality as his ball skills. Read more
Published on 1 Aug 2007 by FROG!
just another plastic manc
just did it for the dough, and not to provide any real insight into his life. Don't waste your time on this drivel go out and buy a real biography about someone who has had a full... Read more
Published on 3 Jun 2007 by stephen
Well, of course it's dreadful...but let's not blame Wayne
Although I'm not a Man United supporter, I was really looking forward to this. Hunter Davies is one of the best ghostwriters in the business and the publishers had lavished a... Read more
Published on 4 Jan 2007 by Dr. George L. Sik
Hunter misses open goal !
Written by Hunter Davies, best known for his Lakeland tomes and Beatles biogs, the celebrated Cumbrian attempts in 'My Story so far' to write the impossible. Read more
Published on 14 Nov 2006 by Arthur Dooley
Good Read
I enjoyed reading this book and I felt it gave an insight into Wayne Rooney's life, personality and how his career began. Read more
Published on 25 Oct 2006 by Crazy_Rach
Simple, easy to read, got me through lazy summer days!
So ok, while other reviewers say this is no 'masterpiece' in literature, what did they expect? This is just a simple, yet well written insight into his life. Read more
Published on 16 Sep 2006 by Tom Cat
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