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Finally Free: An Autobiography Audiobook
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One of the most talented and polarizing athletes of our generation, Michael Vick’s stunning story has captured news headlines across the nation. From his poverty-stricken youth, to his success on the field in high school and college, to his rise to NFL stardom and his fall from grace, Finally Free shows how a gifted athlete’s life spiraled out of control under the glare of money and fame, aided by his own poor choices. In his own words, Vick details his regrets, his search for forgiveness, the moments of unlikely grace — and the brokenness that brought his redemption on the way to his celebrated return to the NFL with the Philadelphia Eagles.
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"As a huge football fan and an Eagle's fan at that, I really enjoyed this book. I didn't really follow Mike Vick till he came to Philadelphia. I knew just a little bit of his story and am very impressed with how he has turned his life around. I'm all about second chances. Great inspirational story!"
— Tonya (4 out of 5 stars)
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“While Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Vick tells the classic story of redemption and resilience in this reflective memoir, it stops just short of being a tell-all. Overall, the book portrays Vick as a reformed Icarus flying at the proper altitude after too many trips near the sun.”
— Publishers Weekly -
“We realized the potential that Vick has to reach at-risk youth and pull them out of the quicksand…He has expressed his remorse and his desire to help more animals than he harmed by being an advocate for the humane treatment of animals.”
— The Humane Society of the United States
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" Quick read. A glorified "mea culpa" that just screams of reasons why young athletes of all major sports should have guidance on lifestyle choices, finances, and the company they keep. 2 1/2 stars. "
— KB, 11/22/2013 -
" Not particularly well-written, but an inspiring story. Would make a great book study for a youth group maybe? Glad I read it. "
— Jamie, 10/15/2013 -
" Excellent story of second chance and redemption. Michael Vick's story is honest and inspiring. "
— carl, 8/30/2013 -
" I enjoyed reading this book, and I am glad that Michael Vick has been given a second chance. What he did was horrible, and he admits that. But people make mistakes, and he seems to have learned a lot during his time in prison. "
— Kristen, 3/8/2013 -
" The writing is atrocious, but it's a good story. I do believe he's trying to turn his life around. "
— Lindsey, 2/18/2013 -
" Good honesty about the whole dog fighting drama, wee but Goddy for me though "
— Jim, 2/7/2013 -
" This was one of the best whitewashing jobs I've ever read. "
— Denise, 1/16/2013 -
" Great book for all sports fans, I highly recommend it. "
— Tim, 1/1/2013 -
" Vick served his time and is moving in a positive direction. Athletes need to have this book under their pillows as a self help tool. "
— Corey, 10/22/2012 -
" Great book. Great story of redemption. "
— Brent, 10/20/2012 -
" Great book! It doesn't matter what you read or what other people say at the end of the day I hope he is really on a road to being a better person and helping others to avoid the bad moment he had. "
— Latrisha, 9/14/2012
About Michael Vick
Michael Vick is the quarterback for the Philadelphia Eagles. The 2010 season was the most prolific of his career, earning him a start in the Pro Bowl and cementing his comeback in football. Prior to joining the the Eagles, Michael played for the Atlanta Falcons (2001-2006), the team that originally chose him first overall in the 2001 NFL draft.
About the Narrators
Tony Dungy is a #1 New York Times bestselling author whose books include Quiet Strength and Uncommon. He led the Indianapolis Colts to victory in Super Bowl XLI, the first such win for an African American head coach. He retired from coaching in 2009 and now serves as a studio analyst for NBC’s Football Night in America.
Rodney Gardiner is an audiobook narrator and an accomplished actor with over six seasons at the Oregon Shakespeare Festival in such roles as Tinman in The Wiz and Nathan Detroit in Guys and Dolls.