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by Andre Agassi

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My 11 year old son loves tennis and Agassi. He has expressed interest in reading this book. He has good reading skills but I am wondering: is any of the content inappropriate (particularly, is there anything sexually descriptive)? Thanks!
Just Janet I agree with another Good Reads critic, I suggest that you read the book first to determine if it is appropriate for your 11-year old son. This is a g…moreI agree with another Good Reads critic, I suggest that you read the book first to determine if it is appropriate for your 11-year old son. This is a great book to have multiple conversations about all things tennis, ambition, hard-work, success along with the down-side of this fame as it relates to drugs, sex and personal choices. (less)
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Do you think Andre Agassi would ever be a good coach/mentor to younger players ?
Ellen Karnowski Yes, he has been through so many experiences as a player himself, he understands the tensions, struggles and mental anguish players have to be subject…moreYes, he has been through so many experiences as a player himself, he understands the tensions, struggles and mental anguish players have to be subject to and he could give good advice for any aspect of a player's life.(less)
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I'm about a third of the way through and just wanted to ask if Andre ever stops whining?
Sandra Yes. He acknowledges his problems and overcomes them. If he were a true “whiner,” he would have quit rather than play through pain and tough workouts.…moreYes. He acknowledges his problems and overcomes them. If he were a true “whiner,” he would have quit rather than play through pain and tough workouts. (less)
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does this book talk about his relationship with brooke shields?
Suzie Yes, it does, quite a lot actually.
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does it reveal any info regarding his meth issues and recovery?
Melinte Adrian yes it does. In about any section from the book about his mental issues ...
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