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Rory: The Heartache and Triumph of Golf's Most Human Superstar
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Expected 7 Apr 26An Avid Reader Press book. Simon & Schuster has a great book for every reader.
320 pages, Hardcover
Expected publication April 7, 2026
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Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
I received an advanced copy of this book through NetGalley -- I needed a book that reminded me of spring, summer, and the outdoors. This bio on Rory hit the spot. As a golf fan that grew up in the Tiger era to then see Rory, I really enjoyed this trip down memory lane. I had forgotten about his struggles and the sidebar antics that made him both a target and hero to others. The book also does a great job highlighting how Rory has brought all fans into his orbit -- to an extent-- and shown us why we love sports so much (thrill of victory, agony of defeat, etc.)
While there isn’t the hook of the author’s previous bio on Phil Mickelson - LIV, Saudis, etc. he lays out the transformation of Rory from star in the making, to a star, then someone that was lost to only find redemption at last year’s Masters.
I appreciated hearing about his time growing up and how we approached the quest for normalcy with the fame and fortune of being an international superstar. His continued focus on sports psychology, swing changes, etc didnt shock me but at the end of the day it all came back to doing what was natural and trying to clear his head.
The author lays out scenes that you can almost close your eyes and remember them. As we look ahead to snow here, it makes me miss golf and count down the days until the Masters.
While there isn’t the hook of the author’s previous bio on Phil Mickelson - LIV, Saudis, etc. he lays out the transformation of Rory from star in the making, to a star, then someone that was lost to only find redemption at last year’s Masters.
I appreciated hearing about his time growing up and how we approached the quest for normalcy with the fame and fortune of being an international superstar. His continued focus on sports psychology, swing changes, etc didnt shock me but at the end of the day it all came back to doing what was natural and trying to clear his head.
The author lays out scenes that you can almost close your eyes and remember them. As we look ahead to snow here, it makes me miss golf and count down the days until the Masters.
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