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Johnathan Thurston

By: Johnathan Thurston, James Phelps
Narrated by: James Phelps
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Publisher's Summary

The best-selling autobiography of a league legend.

Johnathan Thurston is widely regarded as rugby league's greatest player. This autobiography will follow Thurston's journey from a Brisbane kid who was written off as too skinny, too slow, and too wild to play professionally, to his debut with the Canterbury Bulldogs in 2003, to State of Origin star, to Dally M and Clive Churchill Medal winner, and the fairytale premierships. 

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Entertaining, Insightful and Inspirational

Any rugby league fan will love this one. All trials and tribulations Thurston went through to be the legendary player we all know and love. Thank you Jonathan

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Great book about a great guy

Enjoyed listening to this book. It would have been even better if JT read it himself. The guy reading was ok but having JT read his own story would have been far better. Thanks for the memories JT, you’re a great man.

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A JT absolute must read 👍😊

great insight into the man as a footballer, father, husband, son, nephew etc ... the good and the bad ... there'll never be another JT 👍😊 .'.. narration was average nothing to rave about ... some expletives in parts which doesn't really suit an audio book ... those bits would have been better received in the hardcopy ... otherwise captivating read from start to finish ... I actually finished it in one read ... so yes recommend !👍😊

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Great read

A good insight into the career of a legend. Amazing story. Just goes to show if you have the passion then anything is possible. Loved it.

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An interesting read even for non football fans

Everyone in Australia has heard of JT and as someone who doesn’t follow football, I really enjoyed JT’s autobiography. A very real story, warts and all, fears and failure, proud moments. Thanks JT

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Where's the JT laugh?

I just wish JT read his own book. I wanted to hear his laughing and not the narrators "haha"

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What a legend.

Such a great story. From where he started to where he ended up is a true testament to what a hard worker and incredible guy JT is.

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Good stuff

I enjoyed hearing about jts life yes it was indeed a good book to listen to yes.

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Great Insight

I really enjoyed the insight into JT’s life as a young boy and teen, and his upbringing, family, etc. The footy stories are great and some of the ‘behind the scenes’ of the inner workings of football were good too. If not able to be read by JT himself, I think a professional voice actor should have been used to make the listen a lot more enjoyable. I understand that it’s being read by the author, but the reading is stilted at times and lacks the quality that befits a legend of league and Australian sport.

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Great audiobook

Absolutely loved this book. It was detailed and interesting. Even had the kids wanting to listen every time they hopped in the car. Definitely recommend

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