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Summary: Foley Is God, oops, I forgot the 'O'.
Review: After reading his first book and not being able to put it down, I did the same thing with this book. Mick Foley comes back in his second novel where his first one left off. He starts in January 1999, where he won his first WWF title. He explores many other things that interest throughout the book including his family, US history, movies and a lot more. He proves that he has an intellectual mind that not only loves his career, but other things as well.He might be famous, but he is very humble just trying to live his life like a typical family man. He has three children Dewey, Noelle, and Mick Jr. Who was born during the book. He loves amusement parks, Winnie the Pooh, and in general being a dad. He also gives us his take on pro wrestling and its influence on today's society. He battles the mainstream media and the PTC who have been monitoring the WWF the last couple of years. He gives us valid points that the WWF isn't to blame for most things that it has been put to blame for. He also examines the effect of soap operas, Cheers, Disney movies, and even Monday Night Football. I think this book was better than "Have A Nice Day"! It is a great read and I would recommend it to any wrestling fan or someone looking for an adventure.
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Summary: Wonderful insight to Mick the person and pro wrestling
Review: I admit I devoured his first book in a matter of days and was very excited when I heard about the second book. Though I wondered, what could Mick Foley say to fill another 400 pages that wasn't covered in the first book? Well, there's plenty and I'm convinced he could write a third book with more on the road stories. I enjoyed this book with almost the same enthusiasm as the first, however, Mick does have a few moments of personal agenda tangents that seem to disrupt the pace of the book. (More on that later). So what is 'Foley Is Good' about? Mick Foley takes a more of a personal reflection on his life and ideals outside of his time in wrestling. Don't get me wrong, this book is still clearly about wrestling as an industry, but more of a reflective look on how wrestling is interpreted by the media and watchdog organizations. He infuses his stories and observations with facts and side notes that are very interesting and enlightening. Why doesn't the media ever take these angles? The primary focus of this book is about the remainder of his career from winning the WWF heavyweight title the 1st time through his retirement. WE read about the mental decisions and struggles of actively choosing to step out of the spotlight in lieu of your body and being with your family. He talks about his last few matches in great detail and fervor; it is so good, you think you are watching the match instead oif reading it. Their are a few personal stories regarding The Rock, HHH, Vince, Test, Al Snow, Droz, and a few others that are very kind hearted in one instance and amusing in another. Mick paints his fellow wrestlers in a light that we normally wouldn't see because we aren't behind the curtain or on the road. The only draw back that made this book slightly sub par from his first were his lengthy tirades on the media and especially the ill-informed PTC. Though I agree whole-heartedly with Mick's feelings, at times he seems bitter (he has the right to be!) for he gives fact after fact on how the PTC and the media got stories wrong, or crafted vignettes which painted today's pro-wrestling as the downfall to pre-pubescent society. It really amazes me at the tactics some of these organizations used, and they should be ashamed. However, Mick went on and on about these at times, which slowed down the book. Otherwise another great read by Mick Foley
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Summary: NOTHING FAKE ABOUT FOLEY'S WRITING
Review: Mick Foley has done it again, and has attacked the world of literature with his second book, "Foley is Good". If you thought that Mick was out of words after "Have a Nice Day", think again! "Foley is Good" picks up where the first book left off. He talks about some of his most memorable matches, his chemestry with other wrestlers, and lets not forget: a list of his favorite rollercoaster rides! There are also plenty of Al Snow jokes which will put a smile on anyone. He talks about the brutal Royal Rumble match which had him get hit with numerous chair shots by The Rock, and also how he was sort of mad at the guy for a while. He also talks about his experiences of how at first the WWF wanted a ghostwriter to write his life story, but because of creative differences Mick decided to write the book himself. "Foley is Good" is a must read for ANYONE. Even if you're not a huge fan of wrestling, most likely you will still enjoy this books, and who knows, maybe you will like wrestling a little more. You will also learn that there is more to Foley than simply being a hardcore ledgend; that he is also a family guy who cares about other people. This is a great read filled with humor and complete honesty. You will find out exactly why the real world is faker than wrestling. An easy five out of five.
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Summary: Oh My God not only is he good, minus one "o" and he is god!
Review: I only have little to say. MICK IS A GENIUS! HE is just amazing to me. Superdad, only takin hmmm about 5 pain pills in his whole wrestling carreir?! Its all amazing in this AWESOME book!
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Summary: The title says it all.
Review: When you think of pro wrestling, you may think of big, bucked tooth people throwing fake punches and landing on a giant trampolion. You're ignorant if you think that. I am a huge fan myself, and I know that Mick Foley is one of the greatest. If you read Foley Is Good, you will know what I am talking about. The book picks up where the last left off. It talks about everything from injuries to sex. It is a very wisecracking book that left me on the floor laughing, and the final chapter is about the communist PTC, and how they hate the thursday show WWF Smackdown! Read this book, you will be incredibly supprised that the real world is faker than wrestling.
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Summary: Foley is Good - Just not quite as good as last time
Review: Although there is a slight drop off in quality from the first book, this is by no means a bad second offering from Mick Foley. The story picks up where the first left off, as Mick loses, regains, and loses again the World Title. He talks more in depth about some of his injuries, the process of writing the first book, and his family life. The jabs at the other wrestlers are still there, and the self-depreciating cracks which added to the first book are as well. But a definite addition to this book is when Foley starts to take on the WWF critics in the second half. Foley does what no one was expected to do. Media report after media report quoted statistics from an Indiana University report and several Parents Television Council - a group that has stated repeatedly it wants the WWF off the air - reports which demeaned wrestling. There reports gave some astronomical numbers of violence and lewdness on WWF programming, so Foley goes to the sources and examines their findings. Then, he does his own tests, pointing out where and why there are discrepancies. A key part of this book is Foley has been given free reign. He takes shots at the WWF and acknowledges they do some things he would not, and he does not let his children watch Raw, the WWF's staple program. But Foley himself avoids repeating these acts and words - for the most part - in his book, making it safe for most to read.
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Summary: Entertaining, Charming, But maybe a little dishonest.
Review: I'm a huge wrestling fan, and definately a big time Foley mark. I looked forward to the book with much anticipation, having enjoyed his first, Have a nice Day!, a great deal. I was not disappointed in the overall quality of the book, and found it hard to put down. Foley has some great stories, and is usually brutally honest in his assessments of people, including other wrestlers, himself, and even his boss, WWF Impressario Vince McMahon. If you're a wrestling fan, or even if you're not, this is a fun read. It might be more enjoyable for the non-wrestling fans than his first, because he talks a lot more about his family life, his kids, and trying to juggle his work and his personal life, something any parent can relate to. Also, he does a great job researching and debunking many of the so-called "objective" critiques of wrestling that have been done recently. Great ammo for the wrestling fan sick of having to defend himself against the prudish and snobbish masses. So, why did I say it was a little dishonest? Well, there is the famous "Limpin/Chimpin/Shrimpin ain't easy" story, which, according to one reviewer who was in attendance at that show, never happened. Also, there is the extremely exaggerated "What if?" chapter, wherein Foley postulates that nearly every form of entertainment could be banned if the criticisms applied to wrestling were strictly enforced on everyone. Reaching just a bit there, Mick. And he somewhat glosses over the "Wrestlers & drugs" issue. I mean, sure, Mick, most pro-wrestlers don't smoke crack ..., but I think the more important issue is pain killers and dangerous steroid enhancement, ... . But, I'll give him credit for trying, even if he does sound a bit like a shill at some points. But, my biggest complain is his lists of favorite amusement park rides. Mick, I just don't care! Stick to the field of pro-wrestling, your Top 10 lists are severely lacking. Anyway, a recommended read for all Wrestling Fans.
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Summary: The HardCore legend lives on
Review: As a wrestling fan, I would enjoy this. But those not interested in the industry should still take a look at this book. This book centers around his last years with the WWF. The "I Quit" match, the "Last Man Standing" match, the "Empty Areana" match, ect. have all been talked about, from his feelings about the match, to what happened during it, and the result. If you want to be entertained with more insults about Al Snow, the Mean Street Posse, and Test, not to mention WCW, get this book, it is extreamly funny. He gives us an inside look at what he and other wrestlers do for entertainment on the road, away from their families. Overall once you've read this book, you get a better understanding of the WWF, and it's charaters, and Mick himself. I highly recomend this book.
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Summary: Foley Is Great
Review: Foley leaves where he left off in Have A Nice Day. He makes reference to several of his infamous matches with The Rock and The Game. He makes reference to his friends and family. He tells life outside of the ring. It tells his story from mid 98 to his last match in 2000. I'd recommend this book to anybody. It has action, comedy, and Foley's life.
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Summary: WHAT A FUN BOOK TO READ !
Review: This is one of those books that you just can't put down. Mick Foley has a true talent for telling great stories. I hope to see another one in the near future. It's true ! It's true ! FOLEY IS GOOD !
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