Book Review – “Tiger, Tiger” by James Patterson
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Tiger, Tiger
by James Patterson
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Genre: Golf Autobiographies & Biographies
Brief synopsis:
This is a captivating biography of Tiger Woods. Carefully pulled together by legendary author James Patterson and co-writer Peter de Jonge. Tiger, Tiger gives a fascinating insight into the pivotal moments from the life of arguably the best golfer ever. From his humble beginnings, to his meteoric rise, triumphs, tragedies and car crashes, they have pieced together interviews and stories to create a page turning non-fiction thriller! A gripping tale of ambition, adversity, redemption and endless desire to become the perfect golfer.
Tiger, Tiger is the perfect read for any golf enthusiast, Tiger Woods fan, or anyone looking to understand more about the life of one of the greatest golfers in the history of the game.
Favourite Quote
“Honey, get out here. We have a genius on our hands!”
Earl Woods (Tiger’s father) to wife Tida after watching Tiger’s first golf shot at just 10 months old
Detailed Review
Having written hundreds of best selling books, James Patterson knows a thing or two about writing. Couple that with Peter de Jonge, the co-author of this and four other of Patterson’s books and we have a winning formula.
I recently also read and enjoyed their fictional story “Miracle at St Andrews”. There’s a full review of that book HERE.
The story of Eldrick Tont “Tiger” Woods is simply incredible. This is very much a non-fiction book, but if you don’t know anything about Tiger Woods, then you could be forgiven for thinking this story is fictional. Tiger, Tiger is jam packed with unbelievable true stories that have been meticulously pieced together from the many interviews that Tiger and the key people around him have shared over the years.
Tiger, Tiger tells the Tiger Woods story from his early childhood, where his parents quickly recognised they had an extraordinary talent, to his unique rise to a global sporting icon. The book highlights the influence of his father, Earl Woods, a former US Army officer and the more back seat role (yet still very supportive) mother Tida.
Admission time. Usually I read a physical book but in this instance, I had a lot of driving to do, and decided to download the Audible version. I feel like a cheat! Read on to find out why I would recommend buying the physical book ahead of the audiobook.
At 448 pages long, Tiger, Tiger isn’t for the faint-hearted, part time golf fan. It delves deep into a lot of the mental struggles Woods faced on his journey. Highlighting Tiger’s exceptional determination and relentless pursuit of golfing perfection, Tiger, Tiger describes how Woods copes with the highest level of public scrutiny, bounces back from major “incidents” and deals with complex race barriers.
Tiger, Tiger – Audiobook
I said I wouldn’t recommend the audiobook, let me clarify this. The audiobook is fine, but the narrator Landon Woodson it’s fair to say isn’t a golf fan. I’m sure that most people will be okay with this but for me the constant mispronunciation of some of the key names and places in world golf really grated on me. For example, Steve Ballesteros … is that Seve’s English cousin? The winner of The Open apparently lifts the Clar-ett Jug and they may have won the Open at Lie-tham St Annes? This is to name just a few.
As I said, I’m sure most people would be fine with it, but it showed to me that the narration wasn’t thoroughly researched. The audiobook is 13 ½ hours long, so I guess I should be a little more forgiving, but I’d expect more from a book by an author as big as Patterson.
My recommendation would be to purchase a physical copy of the book.
Tiger, Tiger is a MUST READ book for any fan of golf, sports, Tiger Woods, or a reader who is interested in learning more about the life of a global sporting icon.
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About the Author:
Born in Newburgh, New York, James Patterson was the first author to sell 1 million e-books.
Patterson, a literary luminary of our time, stands as a prolific and versatile author known for his gripping storytelling prowess. With an unparalleled ability to weave intricate plots and craft compelling narratives, Patterson has left an indelible mark on the literary landscape. From heart-pounding thrillers to emotionally resonant dramas, his diverse body of work has captured the imaginations of millions worldwide.
Beyond his narrative finesse, Patterson’s dedication to literacy initiatives and his innovative approach to collaboration, often co-writing with other authors, showcase a multifaceted talent committed to both engaging storytelling and fostering a love for reading.
Tiger, Tiger by James Patterson – Version Details
Product Details:
- Publisher : Century (1 Aug. 2024)
- Language : English
- Hardcover : 448 pages
- ISBN-10 : 1529195705
- ISBN-13 : 978-1529195705
- Dimensions : 16.1 x 3.8 x 24.1 cm
Product Details:
- Publisher : Penguin (13 Feb. 2025)
- Language : English
- Paperback : 448 pages
- ISBN-10 : 1529160073
- ISBN-13 : 978-1529160079
- Dimensions : 12.9 x 3.5 x 19.8 cm
Product Details:
- Publisher : Penguin (1 Aug. 2024)
- Language : English
- File size : 3714 KB
- Text-to-Speech : Enabled
- Screen Reader : Supported
- Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
- X-Ray : Not Enabled
- Word Wise : Enabled
- Print length : 425 pages
Product Details:
- Listening Length : 13 hours and 36 minutes
- Author : James Patterson
- Narrator : Landon Woodson
- Audible.co.uk Release Date : 01 August 2024
- Publisher : Penguin Audio
- Program Type : Audiobook
- Version : Unabridged
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