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Book Reviews of The Hardcore Diaries
Book Review: Mick Foley The Hardcore Diaries
Summary: 1 Stars
I like Mick Foley,I love wrestling books, this was without a doubt the worst book I've ever read in my life. the only reason I gave it 1 star was because I tried to leave it blank and it wouldn't let me process my review. Save your money!
Book Review: THE NOW CLASSIC TRYLOGY
Summary: 5 Stars
MICK FOLEY
HARDCORE DIARIES
I still remember when Mick released his first autobiography all those years ago, now many moons later Mick returns to the form that started it all with his third [yes that is 3rd] autobiography. Originally this was to be a book chronicling Vince and Wrestlemania, but it turned into this. I honestly would rather have this book then that Wrestlemania one, at least for now.
The book starts off nice talking about how this book came about and about the excellent idea he had to make a hell turn. As you find out later that heel turn didn't happen exactly like he had planed. It turns out he was the mastermind behind him joining Vince's kissing club, of course different things happened and it all changed after a while. Like most people I bought this book to learn about all the little dirty secrets about Vince and the WWE, but I found myself being more interested in Mick's personal experiences in events not related to the WWE. Some of those include Mick's experiences with hurt soldiers, sure some of the trips were made with the WWE but others were not. Other great reading experiences I had dealt with the charity stories Mick tells about in this book, the Batman & Robin story is a fav. It was these stories that made Mick seem more real to me, he wasn't just the guy on TV anymore that became a hardcore legend. Of course WWE related tales do arise with in these pages, his account of how Vince and the executives at the WWE changed his whole story line around was a very entertaining read. The ECW storyline ended up being one of the best in the book about his recent come back, you also find out that Terry Funk not showing up for Mick's award on RAW years ago is true, he no showed because he wasn't getting enough money to support his friend.
But other accounts in this book are great as well; his interaction with Candice Michelle is funny. And the time he took of writing his fiction books is covered in this as well; this is one of the better things about the book. This book is a worthy addition to his now classic trilogy.
Book Review: A Hardcore Letdown
Summary: 3 Stars
I have read everything (even the fiction) by Mr. Foley and have not been disappointed in the past - I was least thrilled with The Hardcore Diaries. The book really seems to go nowhere and jumps around in regards to topics as much as Kendrick and London on Smackdown. Although there is some quality information within this text, you really have to want to appreciate it to get anything out of it.
I feel that Foley is a little pompous at times and pats himself on the back quite a bit in this volume - reminiscent of a late 1980's Barry Horowitz in the ring. He never fails to mention, on countless occasions, how he does such and such for no pay and how this makes him a better person - obviously Mick, thats a no brainer. If anyone is donating time and energy to charities and fund raisers then yes, they are good people - but I do not need to hear about it throughout the entire book. There is nothing "Hardcore" about going on and on about rubbing elbows with celebrities and politicians all the while talking ones self up to the brink of nausea.
That may be a little below the belt but if you take out all the hob-nobbing, elbow rubbing and good will bombardment the wrestling context of this book is slim. Foley talks about himself in the context that you would think he was his biggest fan. Hardcore legend or not, I have the utmost respect for everything Foley has done and continues to do in and out of the ring - it just does not translate well into an interesting read as compared to his Foley is Good and Have a Nice Day.
Book Review: Further Proof that Great Books Don't have to be well written
Summary: 4 Stars
This book has everything you've come to expect from its author over the years. Its filled with intense action, awesome annalysis of the sports entertainment industy, a keen sense of humor, and great stories from Mick Foley's recent career. It differs from his other autobiographies greatly. The author opted to trade structure and chronology for a random thoughts journal format. While this format can sometimes leave you hanging wanting to know more about his current point, it does give you access to the workings of the Hardcore Legends mind. While I didn't always care for the Bush bashing, I am able to forgive it due in large part to the way he presents his arguments as being something he believes in but also knows that his points are debatable.
The main story of this book is the planning, construction, and execution of a wrestling angle involving himself fighting against Terry Funk at ECW One Night Stand 2006. Between a meddling creative department, a disinterested boss, and some unexpected variabless we see the match and angle take turn and swerve after turn and swerve until it no longer remotely resembles the original idea. We are given an unprecedented look at how all of these factors come together to show the toll this frustration takes on the WWE Superstar and in a very compelling story telling fashion, Foley is able to deliver us to the darker places he visited in this time period.
Aside from the main tale, there are a great many references and adventures we witness as Foley delves into his considerable charity work, working relationships with fellow wrestlers, and his political oppinions. All of these elements benefit from the freeform narrative as the author not only expresses his oppinions but also explores them for himself.
My only quibble with this book is that it is grammatically failing. This is both a boon and a detraction in various parts of the book. Sometimes the poor grammar makes you feel as though you are actually conversing with Mick Foley and at other times, you are left wondering why a guy who suffered countless chair shots to the head could possibly get yet another book deal.
The one thing that is definately not lacking here is the passion of Mick Foley. You can tell that these are the words of a champion. The thoughts and ideas (as varried as they are) are words the author truly believes. This is what makes the book such a compelling read.
Book Review: awesome
Summary: 5 Stars
I loved it, i couldn't put it down, I didn't want it to end.