Much more than a sports memoir, in Inseparable Shaquem and Shaquill Griffin share the previously untold details of the powerful and inspiring story behind the modern NFL’s first one-handed player, and his twin brother’s unrelenting devotion, sacrifice, and love. It’s the story of Shaquem’s understanding of God’s purpose for his life—to inspire others to stop being afraid and to stop making excuses—and his family’s unwavering support in spite of seemingly insurmountable obstacles. The Griffins’ unlikely underdog story has already captured the imagination of millions of football fans and physically challenged people around the world.
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It was a smart choice to use a pair of narrators, James Shippy and Marc Samuel, for this joint memoir by twin brothers. Shaquem and Shaquill Griffin played youth sports together and vowed to do the same with college football. Now they both play for the Seattle Seahawks. The two narrators create individual identities for the brothers while keeping their dialogue straight for the listener. Both narrators do a fine job, especially with enunciating clearly. The story focuses often on Shaquem, who is an amputee; he is without his left hand because he was born with amniotic band syndrome. Shippy and Samuel provide energetic and gregarious portrayals of two young men who don't let anything get in the way of their achievements. Review by Audiofile Magazine.
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"My teenage son is a Seattle Seahawks fan, so it only made sense that we listen to this book. It is well written and the story is one of inspiration and success. Shaquem Griffin was born with amniotic band syndrome affecting his left hand, and as a young boy he had it amputated. He went on to play college football, and ultimately signed with the Seattle Seahawks, where he plays alongside his brother. I really enjoyed this book, but would've loved it even more if the brothers, themselves would have narrated it. "
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Julie (5 out of 5 stars)