Wrestling for my life The legend, the reality, and the faith of a WWE superstar

Arguably one of the greatest professional wrestlers of all time, Michaels offers readers an intimate look at his transformation from a self-destructive, drug-addled superstar to a devoted father, husband, and born-again Christian. Michaels wrote about his career up to 2002 in his first book, Heartbreak & Triumph (2005), and here he focuses on how he incorporated his faith into the dazzling and strange world of pro wrestling, including his role as a mentor to young wrestlers and his relationship with WWE CEO Vince McMahon. Each chapter leads with a short Bible passage, and, as his story moves from wrestling to his retirement in 2010, he provides faith-based advice on subjects such as tithing, self-awareness, and self-discipline. Still, the book is not overly preachy and is told with self-deprecating humor and candor. Michaels, who currently hosts a hunting show on the Outdoor Channel called Shawn Michaels' MacMillan River Adventure, has appeal across multiple demographic categories, and this slim volume has something for all of them.--Clark, Craig Copyright 2015 Booklist