Duane Chapman, aka Dog the Bounty Hunter, has had an amazing life. He had a troubled and trying upbringing, which led to an early life of crime, in...
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Aug 12, 2011
Todd
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He can hunt but he can't write... well. I received this book as a gift and, God help me, I actually read it. Dog has taken self-aggrandizement to a level only Dog could adequately describe. The book provides interesting facts on Dog's early life and tribulations and factoids about his current life. One sentence has him walking next to God, the next has him providing some dirtbag or outlaw biker a come to Jesus moment through threat or intimidation. If even 10% of this book is actually true
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Jun 26, 2011
Sarah
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For a long time, the A&E show Dog the Bounty Hunter has been a favorite guilty pleasure of mine, so there was no way I was going to pass it up when going through the biographies at my library. After watching the show I've always wanted to know the the full stories behind all the little snapshots you get of the mullet-wearing bounty hunter's life. A seventh grade dropout, Chapman found himself on the wrong side of the law early in life, eventually spending some time in a biker gang, and eventua
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Dec 21, 2007
Rhiana
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Dog has admittedly led a very interesting life. His rise from the low-life to the high-life is very admirable and when you view him on his TV Reality series he is interesting, charismatic and even addicting to watch. The problem is that Dog is no writer. His memoir comes off preachy and forced. While it's interesting to get the back ground on his life, Mr. Duane Chapman should have stuck to being the DOG on TV and hired a writer for his memoirs.
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Jul 30, 2010
Rio
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Have you seen "DTBH" on TV? Do you like it? Have you heard of Duane "The Dog" Chapman? If you answered yes to any of those questions then this is the book for you. Not a big fan? Never heard of him? Stop reading this review and watch a few episodes first.
At first my expectations were pretty low for this book. I thought there would be wall-to-wall stories about close-calls over his career or difficult bounties (there are a few) and not much else. While th More...
At first my expectations were pretty low for this book. I thought there would be wall-to-wall stories about close-calls over his career or difficult bounties (there are a few) and not much else. While th More...
Dec 26, 2010
Krista
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Although I was a fan of Dog the Bounty Hunter back in the day, I actually read this book as research for a pesky book SNI. I liked the fact that it told the life story of Dog, and it was really in his words...didn't reek of a ghost writer. There were times during his rough and tumble biker days, I could have used a little less of his commentary on the women he slept with....as well as how much he liked to describe his wife, Beth's, boobs, lol.
A big aspect of the book was the Andrew More...
A big aspect of the book was the Andrew More...
Jan 27, 2009
Sara
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A very interesting read, though not the most well-written book I've read. Of course, the mediocre writing didn't prevent me from enjoying this book; you can kind of hear Dog telling the story as you read. I didn't know much about Dog aside from what's shown on his TV show, but wow, now that I've read this, I am just astounded by how far he's come and how much of a turnaround he's made in his life. This is the kind of tale that I think would be very inspirational to a lot of people who've made
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Jan 11, 2012
Jason
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Say what you will about Dog or the show but always liked watching the show. Actually missed a chance to meet him and Beth in person during his first book tour when a local church got Dog to come out and speak. Had managed to get a copy of the book the last one at the store the first week it was out. You would think watching the show long enough that you would pretty much know everything about Dog. but in reading this you find out your wrong.
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Jul 29, 2009
Ronda
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I had only watched "Dog the Bounty Hunter" a few times so I didn't know a lot about his life story. I was impressed by the way he was able to sum it all up in his book. I am also pleasantly surprised that he and Beth both turn to God and have so much faith even though things didn't always go his way he kept his faith for the most part. The chapter that dealt with both his wedding and the passing of his daughter was both sad and uplifting at the same time. I wish him and his family noth
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May 31, 2010
I loved this book! It was sooooo cool to see how much stuff Duane "The Dog" Chapman had to go through in his life. Honestly, I wish I could sit down with him sometime and pick his brain-he's seen some serious stuff! I love his show of course, and now I get to love him as a person.
The best part was how the Lord helped Dog through all his rough times. Dog really had to trust in His help, not just on himself. D-o-g, stands for G-o-d, which was a nickname he earned because of More...
The best part was how the Lord helped Dog through all his rough times. Dog really had to trust in His help, not just on himself. D-o-g, stands for G-o-d, which was a nickname he earned because of More...
Aug 06, 2011
Tiffany
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Dog's show is prime cable fare: the kind of thing you can easily watch when nothing else is on - one of those shows the whole family can mindlessly watch together. His book is quite similar; while it will never be one of the great works of literature, it is compelling. Dog shoots from the hip, and although he can contradict himself, it seems like this comes from being real - true to his heart. It's a fast read and entertaining - and I will deifinitely keep his backstory in mind the next time
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Feb 10, 2009
Tori
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Probably only a fan of Dog- the Bounty Hunter tv show would appreciate this book. I haven't seen that many episodes of the show, but the ones I've seen have been interesting enough that I wanted to read this book. I'm glad I got it from the library - it's not one I'd read again, but I have to admit - it was actually very interesting! what a life Duane (Dog) Chapman has led. He dropped out of seventh grade, and grew up street smart. Despite all the bad things he's done in his life, he m
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Apr 30, 2011
Hannah
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Dog the Bounty Hunter! That’s right! Whilst drowning my sorrows in the Social Sciences section of my local bookstore, my eyes caught sight off the Dog. All I could think to myself was, ‘I have GOT to read this.’
Most people know Duane Chapman as the guy on TV, the one who chases after fugitives. I’ve been an avid watcher of the show myself for quite some time. However, there is much more too him than most people think, and certainly more than one might believe after just a quick glance More...
Most people know Duane Chapman as the guy on TV, the one who chases after fugitives. I’ve been an avid watcher of the show myself for quite some time. However, there is much more too him than most people think, and certainly more than one might believe after just a quick glance More...
Jun 29, 2011
Ladiibbug
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Non-Fiction - Memoir
Duane "Dog" Chapman, star of A&E TV's "Dog the Bounty Hunter" has quite a hair-raising and amazing life story.
A 7th grade drop out, in his early teens he turned to drugs, crime, and joined a biker group which committed crimes for thrills and money.
This is a wart-and-all memoir ... most of his life has been chaotic and very difficult, most of it because of his drug use and bad decisions.
He met some amazing peo More...
Duane "Dog" Chapman, star of A&E TV's "Dog the Bounty Hunter" has quite a hair-raising and amazing life story.
A 7th grade drop out, in his early teens he turned to drugs, crime, and joined a biker group which committed crimes for thrills and money.
This is a wart-and-all memoir ... most of his life has been chaotic and very difficult, most of it because of his drug use and bad decisions.
He met some amazing peo More...
Nov 30, 2008
Stefanie
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However you feel about Dog the Bounty Hunter, this book offers a bluntly honest look at a complex person. The story of Dog's life is moving, in a good way, although some of the sad turns and bad decisions will curl your toes. He does not hold back his vices or bad decisions: This isn't a whitewash. Yet it all comes into play in shaping the man he is today, someone who is flawed yet honestly wants to make the world a better place using the skills that are uniquely his. Mahalo, brah.
May 09, 2009
Janet
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“Dog the Bounty Hunter” is one of my favorite shows and I was thrilled when his book came out. I was a little leery on how well it would be written—this is a guy who ditched school in the seventh grade—but either he has a surprising command of the English language or (more likely) the help of an amazing assistant. The book is incredibly readable, and the only reason I didn’t sit and read the thing straight through was because I was going to be late for work. Highly recommended.
May 27, 2008
Adam
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This is the autobiography of Dog the Bounty Hunter, also known as Duane Chapman. It is one of my favorite biographies that I have ever read.
The book is filled with crazy stories of adventures. Things like robberies gone wrong, drugs, biker gangs, women, and bounty hunting. He talks about his childhood in Denver, Colorado. His father, “Flash”, was a boxer and he was abusive. As a teen he started hanging around with biker gangs and soon became heavily involved with the Devils Disciples. Yo More...
The book is filled with crazy stories of adventures. Things like robberies gone wrong, drugs, biker gangs, women, and bounty hunting. He talks about his childhood in Denver, Colorado. His father, “Flash”, was a boxer and he was abusive. As a teen he started hanging around with biker gangs and soon became heavily involved with the Devils Disciples. Yo More...
Jul 21, 2009
Yup. Not even kidding. I read this. I can't even rate this -- I am still in shock from the fact that I picked it up and read the entire thing. It is all thanks to Sofia who currently loves *Dog* and all his bounty hunting antics. She made me take it out of the library and I ran out of books. This was sitting on our library stack, and the rest is history. (I actually rather enjoyed it. Shhhh!)
Jun 29, 2011
Ann
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Well what can i say about this book this book was very good from beninning to end it's all about his life from a teenager and to now and how about he got done for murder even though he did'nt do anything he still went to prison and how he tired to get that bloke andrew luster for months on end and he got his man in the end but he was the one who ended up in the mexico prsion all beacuse he went after the most wanted man in america and it's all about his kids two how two of them died that was ver
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Jun 05, 2008
Natalie
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"I have watched "Dog the Bounty Hunter" on A&E, so I was a bit intrigued to read his story.
It is interesting to see where he came from, where he has been, and where he hopes to be. It helped me understand why he does the things he do...more I have watch "Dog the Bounty Hunter" on A&E, so I was a bit intrigued to read his story.
It is interesting to see where he came from, where he has been, and where he hopes to be. It helped me understand why he More...
It is interesting to see where he came from, where he has been, and where he hopes to be. It helped me understand why he does the things he do...more I have watch "Dog the Bounty Hunter" on A&E, so I was a bit intrigued to read his story.
It is interesting to see where he came from, where he has been, and where he hopes to be. It helped me understand why he More...
Jul 03, 2011
Brittany
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It gave me better insight into the story behind Duane "the Dog" Chapman, however, it was an overall unimpressive read, with a simplistic manner to it. Did I expect more? Possibly on hearing about some other cases rather than just the one major one that launched his career. I also felt they kind of skimmed over how he came to the deal for his show with A & E.
Nov 12, 2009
Donna
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I love watching Dog and I knew there was lot in his past so when he relesed his book I made sure I pre ordered my book and as soon as my book arrived I couldnt put it down I just used to snuggle up on the sofa with my book until my eyes could not stay awake anymore lol
Defo in my pile to read again!!
Defo in my pile to read again!!
Aug 01, 2011
Tom
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White trash superstar somewhere most of the way on the continuum from Larry The Cable Guy to DaleEarnhardt Jr? It may have been too soon after Norris' "Against All Odds" to read another autobiography of someone that can kick ass and breack Christ until the cows come home. Still, the transformation from confused kid to dedicated bondsman and the chase for the despical Luster made fun reading.
Aug 01, 2011
Tom
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White trash superstar somewhere most of the way on the continuum from Larry The Cable Guy to DaleEarnhardt Jr? It may have been too soon after Norris' "Against All Odds" to read another autobiography of someone that can kick ass and breack Christ until the cows come home. Still, the transformation from confused kid to dedicated bondsman and the chase for the despical Luster made fun reading.
Aug 19, 2008
Amber
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I started reading this book about four months ago, forgot about it and am only finishing it now. That isn't to say it's not readable. Dog has certainly led an interesting life and this book documents it well. He did, however, come across as very arrogant and not nearly as likeable as on television. I also noticed that, maybe it's just my edition (which I would consider to be the standard hardback) but there are a lot of typos and continuity errors. For instance, his sister's name is spelled Jole
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Jul 14, 2008
Kim
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This book has proven to be encouraging although it is a little rough around the edges (as you would expect it to be). The story of Duane's life is a picture of someone who has chosen to follow his faith even when it would have been much easier not to. I watch the show and this book filled in many of the details of the lives of the people on the show along with how the show started. This family has faced all kinds of adversity (some self imposed and much not). I think that this family exhibits tr
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Jun 26, 2009
B-original
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I learned alot obout "Dog" in this book and I was very impressed with his life story, his struggles with drugs, women, and religion, I have never been a fan of the show but the book made "Dog" and Beth seem a bit softer, more realistic than the reality program
Jan 11, 2012
Nichole
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This book was pretty interesting. you get an inside look into Duane Chapman and how he became a bounty hunter and some of the obstacles he overcame from his youth to become the man he is today. I am not one for books like these but this one was interesting.
Dec 06, 2009
Bill
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A very entertaining autobiography of Dog the Bounty Hunter. I have seen the show a few times I do not watch it regularly. Dog has led a very interesting life. His life is what makes the book worth the bother. It is an easy read with short chapters.
Apr 27, 2011
Corey
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I am surprised at the fact that "Dog" isn't dead or still in jail with the life he lead in his early years... This is a truly inspirational books about how a man can turn his life around... A must read for the fans of Dog The Bounty Hunter...
Oct 11, 2010
Amanda
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This gives the best view possible on Dog's life . A good read about fighting from the bottom and being with the wrong crowd to being the reformed Dog who doesn't let anyone mess up his back yard . The dog who cares about people
