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The Curveball- A Story of Grit, Adversity, and Winning the Game of Life.
The Curveball is the extraordinary story of a struggling human being who used time-tested wisdom and powerful daily tactics to realize a massive turnaround.
Inspiring, engaging, and ultimately transformational, this book will show you how to turn fear into fuel, doubt into confidence, and defeat into victory.
You have great gifts within you. The Curveball will help you present them to the world. Starting today.
Inspiring, engaging, and ultimately transformational, this book will show you how to turn fear into fuel, doubt into confidence, and defeat into victory.
You have great gifts within you. The Curveball will help you present them to the world. Starting today.
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August 13, 2022
The Curveball is a highly motivating book which will compel you to move forward and face all the obstacles that come in your path. I think, I have said this enough times, that the self help genre only grips me when it is in the form of a captivating story. That being done in this book, quite well in the form of sports fiction.
This book tells story of Bryce, a baseball player who is experiencing rough patch in his career, he is removed from the ball team and struggles with this failure. As the story progresses, things start to turn around with the four important life principles. The seamless blend of fiction with the life lessons, makes it one interesting read.
The story is fast faced, encouraging and goal oriented. The language is simple and descriptive. It’s a short read that gives you a feel good story. The story starts well but it lacks more depth and character development. However, author has done a good job in conveying the message of the book in simple and easy to follow lessons. You can easily complete this book in one sitting.
This book tells story of Bryce, a baseball player who is experiencing rough patch in his career, he is removed from the ball team and struggles with this failure. As the story progresses, things start to turn around with the four important life principles. The seamless blend of fiction with the life lessons, makes it one interesting read.
The story is fast faced, encouraging and goal oriented. The language is simple and descriptive. It’s a short read that gives you a feel good story. The story starts well but it lacks more depth and character development. However, author has done a good job in conveying the message of the book in simple and easy to follow lessons. You can easily complete this book in one sitting.
December 2, 2020
Detailed Review Of "The Curveball: A Story Of Grit, Adversity And Winning The Game Of Life" By Colby Sharma
Thanks to author for the review copy.
Genre - Fiction
Ratings 5/5
The Curveball is a very inspiring story and you will get so motivated after reading this author has written this book in such a way that it's take you to another world.
You can learn so many lessons from this and author has provided great learning in a very subtle way which just make it's perfect.
It's an amazing story which kept you hooked with it throughout the end of it. There is no way back once you start reading it.
Author has narrated this story very nicely and writing style is also pretty good and error free.
The cover of the book is also very good and i really loved it. It really grab your attention on first look.
Overall it's an amazing read and I highly recommend this book to all the readers who loves fantasy story.
Thanks to author for the review copy.
Genre - Fiction
Ratings 5/5
The Curveball is a very inspiring story and you will get so motivated after reading this author has written this book in such a way that it's take you to another world.
You can learn so many lessons from this and author has provided great learning in a very subtle way which just make it's perfect.
It's an amazing story which kept you hooked with it throughout the end of it. There is no way back once you start reading it.
Author has narrated this story very nicely and writing style is also pretty good and error free.
The cover of the book is also very good and i really loved it. It really grab your attention on first look.
Overall it's an amazing read and I highly recommend this book to all the readers who loves fantasy story.
December 1, 2020
The Curveball is the unprecedented story of a striving person who utilised dependable shrewdness and incredible everyday strategies to understand a gigantic turnaround.
Its a phenomenal story of a striving individual who utilised reliable shrewdness and ground-breaking day by day strategies to understand a huge turnaround.
It's an Inspiring, groundbreaking read which will tell you the best way to transform your fear into positive thoughts, question into certainty and annihilation into victory.
You encapsulate great gifts within. The book will tell you how you can introduce them to the world.
I really loved this book, I am so impressed with Author’s writing skills and thought process. Great story line extraordinary characters.
This is a truly engaging and educational read. I recommend this book to all. ♥️♥️
Its a phenomenal story of a striving individual who utilised reliable shrewdness and ground-breaking day by day strategies to understand a huge turnaround.
It's an Inspiring, groundbreaking read which will tell you the best way to transform your fear into positive thoughts, question into certainty and annihilation into victory.
You encapsulate great gifts within. The book will tell you how you can introduce them to the world.
I really loved this book, I am so impressed with Author’s writing skills and thought process. Great story line extraordinary characters.
This is a truly engaging and educational read. I recommend this book to all. ♥️♥️
December 15, 2020
Sports and Life! So many similarities. I thoroughly enjoyed reading Colby Sharma’s new release, The Curveball!
The story of the downfall and comeback of star pro baseball player, Bryce Holloway was extremely captivating. Colby embeds 4 Rules for Grit (or life principles) within the book including 1) One base at a time 2) Choose your pitches 3) Remember your rituals 4) Adversity is a team sport. Then, includes a strong message: “You don’t succeed in spite of adversity. You succeed because of it.”
Tons of wisdom through each page! The Curveball reads like a Hollywood script. The fictional story wraps the reader through it all. Bryce hits a brick wall in his baseball career and faces many curveballs, both literally and figuratively. The story explores his journey to remember all he once knew when he was thriving in the sport. He gets help from a good friend who visits him each night.
Short but impactful read! Time-tested wisdom throughout the whole book. After reading, you will learn how to turn fear into fuel, doubt into confidence, and ego into selflessness and defeat into victory!
With my own life experience in college basketball, I can say this book speaks very true to the trials and tribulations an athlete may face in their career but the best part is these same principles can be applied to any walk of life and get you out of a rut.
The story of the downfall and comeback of star pro baseball player, Bryce Holloway was extremely captivating. Colby embeds 4 Rules for Grit (or life principles) within the book including 1) One base at a time 2) Choose your pitches 3) Remember your rituals 4) Adversity is a team sport. Then, includes a strong message: “You don’t succeed in spite of adversity. You succeed because of it.”
Tons of wisdom through each page! The Curveball reads like a Hollywood script. The fictional story wraps the reader through it all. Bryce hits a brick wall in his baseball career and faces many curveballs, both literally and figuratively. The story explores his journey to remember all he once knew when he was thriving in the sport. He gets help from a good friend who visits him each night.
Short but impactful read! Time-tested wisdom throughout the whole book. After reading, you will learn how to turn fear into fuel, doubt into confidence, and ego into selflessness and defeat into victory!
With my own life experience in college basketball, I can say this book speaks very true to the trials and tribulations an athlete may face in their career but the best part is these same principles can be applied to any walk of life and get you out of a rut.
November 29, 2020
🌟There is something about motivational books that you can't ignore them. They help you to move forward when you are not able to do it on your own. The Curveball by Colby Sharma is one such inspiring and motivational read if you are able to understand the messages the author is trying to convey with this story. Its an extraordinary story of a struggling human being who used time-tested wisdom and powerful daily tactics to realize a massive turnaround.
🌟This book will show you the journey of Bryce, a baseball star, facing a downfall in his career. As he struggles with the unexpected failure, there is a role of a 'spirit' who takes him to his past - to make him realise the important lessons which he has forgotten on his way to stardom.
There are some more characters in this book and they all played their role amazingly.
🌟I really liked the uniqueness of this book because it's very different to give some lessons with the story about some sports. Its a short and easy read but for people who really love sports and are familiar with Baseball won't be able to put it down. I liked this book so much but I felt like there should be an introduction about the baseball or its background for people who are not that aware of it because not everyone is familiar with all the sports.
🌟Overall it's an Inspiring, engaging and ultimately transformational book, this book will show you how to turn-
Fear into Fuel, Doubt into Confidence and Defeat into Victory.
You have great gifts within you. The Curveball will help you present them to the world.
🌟This book will show you the journey of Bryce, a baseball star, facing a downfall in his career. As he struggles with the unexpected failure, there is a role of a 'spirit' who takes him to his past - to make him realise the important lessons which he has forgotten on his way to stardom.
There are some more characters in this book and they all played their role amazingly.
🌟I really liked the uniqueness of this book because it's very different to give some lessons with the story about some sports. Its a short and easy read but for people who really love sports and are familiar with Baseball won't be able to put it down. I liked this book so much but I felt like there should be an introduction about the baseball or its background for people who are not that aware of it because not everyone is familiar with all the sports.
🌟Overall it's an Inspiring, engaging and ultimately transformational book, this book will show you how to turn-
Fear into Fuel, Doubt into Confidence and Defeat into Victory.
You have great gifts within you. The Curveball will help you present them to the world.
June 8, 2021
The Curveball: A Story of Grit, Adversity, and Winning the Game of Life by Colby Sharma is a highly inspirational book which is worth reading. It will motivate you to move forward in your life, will guide you to overcome all the obstacles of your life. It will help you to move forward when you are not able to do it on your own. If you will understand the messages the author is trying to convey through this story, then it's a worth reading book.
The story is about the journey of a baseball player Bryce who is experiencing a bad phase of life - a downfall in his career. Colby tells this story in sprightly, descriptive language that reaches to the heart of the readers, the emotional ups and downs, and his determination and spirit. An inspiring story of perseverance and the value of a "can do" attitude. Beautifully told for the young reader, it encourages everyone to set their goals high regardless of the challenges we face. This is a unique and special book on so many levels.
I have always been a very big fan of self help and motivational reads. They teaches you great lessons in a very simple yet effective way and that's what this book did to me. This feel-good story is simply told, and it will be fairly easy to follow even for youngsters unfamiliar with baseball. I loved this story of determination, goal setting, and overcoming obstacles. From page one to the end, this inspiring story will win your heart. I was hooked. This story mainly appeals to the sports lovers. Worth reading!
The story is about the journey of a baseball player Bryce who is experiencing a bad phase of life - a downfall in his career. Colby tells this story in sprightly, descriptive language that reaches to the heart of the readers, the emotional ups and downs, and his determination and spirit. An inspiring story of perseverance and the value of a "can do" attitude. Beautifully told for the young reader, it encourages everyone to set their goals high regardless of the challenges we face. This is a unique and special book on so many levels.
I have always been a very big fan of self help and motivational reads. They teaches you great lessons in a very simple yet effective way and that's what this book did to me. This feel-good story is simply told, and it will be fairly easy to follow even for youngsters unfamiliar with baseball. I loved this story of determination, goal setting, and overcoming obstacles. From page one to the end, this inspiring story will win your heart. I was hooked. This story mainly appeals to the sports lovers. Worth reading!
July 29, 2022
"You don't succeed in spite of obstacles, kid. You succeed because of them."
As true as the above statement is, which is also one of the messages in Colby Sharma's debut book "The Curve Ball", equally true is the fact that obstacles and adversity are unavoidable parts of everyone's life. What makes one succeed depends on how you respond to it.
Drawing inspiration from the game of baseball, Colby Sharma has given some very simple yet effective life mantras which are capable of sailing anyone through the phase of adversity. The message is communicated through the story of a Baseball champion who reaches a stage in his career where no one cheers him any longer. On the verge of a breakdown, he is made to revisit some of the incidents in his formative years which remind him how he missed very simple things that lead to where he is in the sport of life.
Written with very engaging and positive language, this book is a fast read which can be completed in one sitting. Each chapter carries a pearl from the previous, forming a beautiful garland in the end by summarizing the wisdom from all the chapters into one in the last chapter. As a debut, this book is a great start for an author whose father has already set a very high standard through his own books. However, Colby Sharma, who is also a lawyer and an entrepreneur, has demonstrated that he is ready to head start as a successful author.
QOTD: What is one piece of advice you would give someone who is going through a rough phase in life?
As true as the above statement is, which is also one of the messages in Colby Sharma's debut book "The Curve Ball", equally true is the fact that obstacles and adversity are unavoidable parts of everyone's life. What makes one succeed depends on how you respond to it.
Drawing inspiration from the game of baseball, Colby Sharma has given some very simple yet effective life mantras which are capable of sailing anyone through the phase of adversity. The message is communicated through the story of a Baseball champion who reaches a stage in his career where no one cheers him any longer. On the verge of a breakdown, he is made to revisit some of the incidents in his formative years which remind him how he missed very simple things that lead to where he is in the sport of life.
Written with very engaging and positive language, this book is a fast read which can be completed in one sitting. Each chapter carries a pearl from the previous, forming a beautiful garland in the end by summarizing the wisdom from all the chapters into one in the last chapter. As a debut, this book is a great start for an author whose father has already set a very high standard through his own books. However, Colby Sharma, who is also a lawyer and an entrepreneur, has demonstrated that he is ready to head start as a successful author.
QOTD: What is one piece of advice you would give someone who is going through a rough phase in life?
March 29, 2021
It is a sports fiction which talks about time tested wisdom and powerful daily tactics. A transformational book if you feel like you are exhausted and drained out. Honestly, it was at that point I read this book, and now I am more than happy I read this book. The blend of story along with life lessons is something more than exciting to read. The characters are limited but they are all bestowed with a perfect part to take the plot to next position. Personally loved Spooky ❤️ cos the interaction between Spooky and Bryce is lively and is a complete take away from the novel !!! The writer has researched well before penning this wonderful piece of art without any doubt.
This book is a perfect example of a lot can happen in a week. The ideals the book preach is connected to life and it can be tried practically.
Grab this book to travel with Bryce who faced adversity and the way his fears pull him into failures. But don't forget there is lot of learnings and challenging circumstances so remember to travel and learn with Bryce.
The tone is reliable and the narrative style is organic without any compulsion. The author's choice of words needs appreciation cos words have the power to inspire and evoke emotions. Recommended to those who look for a perfect blend of fiction and motivation !!!
This book is a perfect example of a lot can happen in a week. The ideals the book preach is connected to life and it can be tried practically.
Grab this book to travel with Bryce who faced adversity and the way his fears pull him into failures. But don't forget there is lot of learnings and challenging circumstances so remember to travel and learn with Bryce.
The tone is reliable and the narrative style is organic without any compulsion. The author's choice of words needs appreciation cos words have the power to inspire and evoke emotions. Recommended to those who look for a perfect blend of fiction and motivation !!!
September 24, 2022
🏐The story is about Bryce Holloway, who is once a arising star of baseball, but now sent back to minority. Bryce has gone from a world of possibility to what feels like the depths of despair. He went to Dragon park before heading towards home. There he met Spooky Jones, a small man in a tweed suit. He made Bryce to revisit his past, to learn certain life lessons from past incidents and people. Everytime, Bryce returned from a surreal trip to his past, he'd found Spooky there, to teach him a new lesson about adversity.
🏐Spooky explained Bryce that people love baseball because it's life, it's full of curveballs, full of challenges. Every pitch is adversity, everyone a threat, an obstacle. Spooky became guiding force in the tweed suit for Bryce, that transformed him into different person, full of positivity and life. The story is inspiring that will change your perspectives towards life. The descriptions were so detailed that it will make you to imagine the ambience of the story. The writing is stunning and thrills as the plot unfolds.
🏐The book tends to guide when things are tough and we have to make choices. Our ego beats us. We don't need to learn what to do, we need to remember. I want to recommend this book if you wish to find the courage to realize your potential, win your fears and live your greatness in life.
🏐Spooky explained Bryce that people love baseball because it's life, it's full of curveballs, full of challenges. Every pitch is adversity, everyone a threat, an obstacle. Spooky became guiding force in the tweed suit for Bryce, that transformed him into different person, full of positivity and life. The story is inspiring that will change your perspectives towards life. The descriptions were so detailed that it will make you to imagine the ambience of the story. The writing is stunning and thrills as the plot unfolds.
🏐The book tends to guide when things are tough and we have to make choices. Our ego beats us. We don't need to learn what to do, we need to remember. I want to recommend this book if you wish to find the courage to realize your potential, win your fears and live your greatness in life.
February 10, 2021
My rating: 4.8/5⭐
The Curveball By Colby Sharma
💕 The Curveball is the unprecedented tale of a striving individual who used reliable shrewdness and amazing daily methods to grasp a gigantic reversal. The story is about a baseball player, Bryce Holloway an amazing basketball player. He was on the urge of loosing everything but then he meets someone who motivated him to stay focussed to work harder and achieve what he actually deserves.
💕 Colby writes 4 Rules for success (or life principles) within the book including: 1) One base at a time 2) Choose your pitches 3) Remember your rituals 4) Adversity is a team sport. Then, adds a strong message: “You don’t succeed in spite of adversity. You succeed because of it.”
💕 It is an exciting and creative lecture that teaches the reader how best to turn his or her anxiety or adversity into moments of achievement. In order to help him recover his career and life, his mentor presents four techniques that we can term learning from as a means of coping with adversity and difficulties.
💕 Such an inspiring, motivational story which will be a perfect step for you to start whatever you want to. This will truly give you inspiration to work hard and hustle in life.
The Curveball By Colby Sharma
💕 The Curveball is the unprecedented tale of a striving individual who used reliable shrewdness and amazing daily methods to grasp a gigantic reversal. The story is about a baseball player, Bryce Holloway an amazing basketball player. He was on the urge of loosing everything but then he meets someone who motivated him to stay focussed to work harder and achieve what he actually deserves.
💕 Colby writes 4 Rules for success (or life principles) within the book including: 1) One base at a time 2) Choose your pitches 3) Remember your rituals 4) Adversity is a team sport. Then, adds a strong message: “You don’t succeed in spite of adversity. You succeed because of it.”
💕 It is an exciting and creative lecture that teaches the reader how best to turn his or her anxiety or adversity into moments of achievement. In order to help him recover his career and life, his mentor presents four techniques that we can term learning from as a means of coping with adversity and difficulties.
💕 Such an inspiring, motivational story which will be a perfect step for you to start whatever you want to. This will truly give you inspiration to work hard and hustle in life.
January 26, 2021
Bryce Holloway was a successful baseball player who somehow faced challenges and went through a rough patch during the later years of his career. Things turn around on arrival of “Spooky” who transforms his fear into moments of accomplishment by introducing him to 4 important strategies in life.
Since the book has two important aspects of life which is sports and life strategies, it is a real motivation to the readers. Importance of friendship is also proven by the author during the time of Bryce’s fall out.
Each and every line in the book is self explanatory, language is lucid, a deep message in the story which is to apply humility, determination and self-reflection in ones life by seeking an experience from Bryce’s life is beautifully visualised.
Find out more by reading this book named ‘The curvbell’ and find out yourself how things change in his life and why author says ‘Sometimes you almost have to lose something, to find everything’.
If you are really determined to succeed in the game of life then you must read this short story of 115 pages by Colby Sharma.
Since the book has two important aspects of life which is sports and life strategies, it is a real motivation to the readers. Importance of friendship is also proven by the author during the time of Bryce’s fall out.
Each and every line in the book is self explanatory, language is lucid, a deep message in the story which is to apply humility, determination and self-reflection in ones life by seeking an experience from Bryce’s life is beautifully visualised.
Find out more by reading this book named ‘The curvbell’ and find out yourself how things change in his life and why author says ‘Sometimes you almost have to lose something, to find everything’.
If you are really determined to succeed in the game of life then you must read this short story of 115 pages by Colby Sharma.
April 9, 2021
The Curveball: A Story of Grit, Adversity, and Winning the Game of Life by Colby Sharma is a highly inspirational read which is worth reading. It will motivate you to move forward in your life, will guide you to overcome all the obstacles of your life. It will help you to move forward when you are not able to do it on your own. If you will understand the messages, the author is trying to convey with this story, then it's a worth reading book.
I have always been a very big fan of self help and motivational reads. They teaches you great lessons in a very simple yet effective way and that's what this book did to me.
The story is about the journey of a baseball player Bryce who is experiencing a bad phase of life - a downfall in his career.
The book has been beautifully penned. It is a short read of 115 pages, it is a hard to put down one. You will finish it on one go! It is an engaging read. The language is easy and simple to understand. The title is perfect and the cover is pretty attractive.
I have always been a very big fan of self help and motivational reads. They teaches you great lessons in a very simple yet effective way and that's what this book did to me.
The story is about the journey of a baseball player Bryce who is experiencing a bad phase of life - a downfall in his career.
The book has been beautifully penned. It is a short read of 115 pages, it is a hard to put down one. You will finish it on one go! It is an engaging read. The language is easy and simple to understand. The title is perfect and the cover is pretty attractive.
August 5, 2022
Bryce Holloway is a baseball wonder player. But at 32, what’s happening to him, his life and game?
Will he be able to overcome the predicament?
The Curveball is about Crises, Chances and Choices. The book reminds us that one step at a time is a vital element in any endeavour. The author reminds us, how important it is to acknowledge that even if the feats happen often, they can’t be permanent. Taking baby steps is inevitable.
I would have appreciated a glossary on the baseball jargon.
The book tells us the importance of a confidante, who makes you understand what is wrong during a time when your ego masks your rationale. Surprisingly, that person can be yourself. Finding the person or entity and making that episode happen is the fundamental remedy.
The book advises you on the importance of revisiting the crucial moments and the people who made you feel different.
For Bryce, it is Spooky, it is Baseball. Let’s find out about ours and The Curveball leads you the way.
It is a quick and stimulating read. 🖤💚
Will he be able to overcome the predicament?
The Curveball is about Crises, Chances and Choices. The book reminds us that one step at a time is a vital element in any endeavour. The author reminds us, how important it is to acknowledge that even if the feats happen often, they can’t be permanent. Taking baby steps is inevitable.
I would have appreciated a glossary on the baseball jargon.
The book tells us the importance of a confidante, who makes you understand what is wrong during a time when your ego masks your rationale. Surprisingly, that person can be yourself. Finding the person or entity and making that episode happen is the fundamental remedy.
The book advises you on the importance of revisiting the crucial moments and the people who made you feel different.
For Bryce, it is Spooky, it is Baseball. Let’s find out about ours and The Curveball leads you the way.
It is a quick and stimulating read. 🖤💚
December 10, 2020
The Curveball: A Story of Grit, Adversity, and Winning the Game of Life by Colby Sharma is a highly inspirational read. It will motivate you to move forward in your life, overcoming all the obstacles life throws in your way.
I have always been a very big fan of self help and motivational reads. They teaches you great lessons in a very simple yet effective way. In the process of reading, sometimes you don’t realise how many great things you have read and inculcated in.
Fortunately, I came across this motivational read by Colby Sharma. It is a story about the journey of a baseball player Bryce who is experiencing a bad phase of life- a downfall in his career.
The book has been beautifully penned. It is a short read of 115 pages, it is a hard to put down one. You will finish it on one go! It is a super engaging read. Through his writings skills, author has presented some great lessons and learnings in this book in a very simple manner.
I have always been a very big fan of self help and motivational reads. They teaches you great lessons in a very simple yet effective way. In the process of reading, sometimes you don’t realise how many great things you have read and inculcated in.
Fortunately, I came across this motivational read by Colby Sharma. It is a story about the journey of a baseball player Bryce who is experiencing a bad phase of life- a downfall in his career.
The book has been beautifully penned. It is a short read of 115 pages, it is a hard to put down one. You will finish it on one go! It is a super engaging read. Through his writings skills, author has presented some great lessons and learnings in this book in a very simple manner.
July 28, 2022
Review by Swati
The Curveball by Colby Sharma is a thorough and thought-provoking page-turner. This book takes a seeker on a journey of self-discovery, not only by providing helpful strategies that encourages curiosity and introspection, but by also taking reader's hand and walking step by step through the journey of the main character. It is an extremely engaging book which gives reader a hope that there is always a light at the end of the tunnel. The narrative brings out an interesting parallel between a game of baseball and the adversity one faces in their lives. Adversity is part of life that can make or break you, the choice is yours. The protagonist faces many adversities but instead of succumbing to that he has discovered his true self. It is a motivational read which guides you towards the solution that inspires you to take up challenges in life. The book talks about many life lessons that people have forgotten and need to be reminded.
The Curveball by Colby Sharma is a thorough and thought-provoking page-turner. This book takes a seeker on a journey of self-discovery, not only by providing helpful strategies that encourages curiosity and introspection, but by also taking reader's hand and walking step by step through the journey of the main character. It is an extremely engaging book which gives reader a hope that there is always a light at the end of the tunnel. The narrative brings out an interesting parallel between a game of baseball and the adversity one faces in their lives. Adversity is part of life that can make or break you, the choice is yours. The protagonist faces many adversities but instead of succumbing to that he has discovered his true self. It is a motivational read which guides you towards the solution that inspires you to take up challenges in life. The book talks about many life lessons that people have forgotten and need to be reminded.
August 1, 2022
Colby Sharma is a law graduate from the University of Liverpool and an entrepreneur, and the son of world-famous author Robin Sharma. This is his first novel.
Okay so picking up this book without seeing any review or anything else about the book meant going into the book blindly because the blurb does not say anything about the plot and only what the book offers.
It's the story of Bryce, a baseball player who seems to face several adversities in his career. How Bryce overcomes these adversities is what the book consists of, and it is achieved through philosophical messages and life lessons through sports strategies.
It's a simple, short and easy to read book that I finished in two sittings over the weekend. The book is sort of interesting and has a lot to say in the least of pages. Enthusiasts for inspiring philosophical talk and sports lovers will definitely love this book. A bright, positive and constructive read.
Okay so picking up this book without seeing any review or anything else about the book meant going into the book blindly because the blurb does not say anything about the plot and only what the book offers.
It's the story of Bryce, a baseball player who seems to face several adversities in his career. How Bryce overcomes these adversities is what the book consists of, and it is achieved through philosophical messages and life lessons through sports strategies.
It's a simple, short and easy to read book that I finished in two sittings over the weekend. The book is sort of interesting and has a lot to say in the least of pages. Enthusiasts for inspiring philosophical talk and sports lovers will definitely love this book. A bright, positive and constructive read.
August 10, 2022
Have you ever felt despondent after a failure or a demotion? Have you also thought of leaving things that you are not finding success in? Then this book is just for you.
This book by Colby Sharma is a perfect mix of fictional storylines and life lessons. The book starts with a negative note where the protagonist is removed from the ball team and is demoted. But as the book progresses this whole thing builds up so perfectly and it also ends up giving some important life lessons to the reader. The nitty-gritty of this book made me feel like I am also on the baseball field with Bryce.
The book has taught me an important lesson that life is like a spring, sometimes you have to pull back in order to launch higher. Failing is a waste only if we don't learn from those failures. And this book is the epitome of this. I will recommend this book to everyone and especially to those who easily accept defeat.
This book by Colby Sharma is a perfect mix of fictional storylines and life lessons. The book starts with a negative note where the protagonist is removed from the ball team and is demoted. But as the book progresses this whole thing builds up so perfectly and it also ends up giving some important life lessons to the reader. The nitty-gritty of this book made me feel like I am also on the baseball field with Bryce.
The book has taught me an important lesson that life is like a spring, sometimes you have to pull back in order to launch higher. Failing is a waste only if we don't learn from those failures. And this book is the epitome of this. I will recommend this book to everyone and especially to those who easily accept defeat.
April 9, 2021
A Story of Grit, Adversity and Winning the Game of Life.
This book is about a journey of Bryce, a baseball star who is facing a downfall in his career. As he struggles with the unexpected failure, there is a role of a 'spirit' who takes him to his past - to make him realise the important lessons which he has forgotten on his way to stardom.
It is a very different book as it gives some really good lessons with a story based on sports. Its a short and easy read but for people who really love sports and are familiar with Baseball.
You won't be able to put it down. I liked this book so much but I felt like there should be an introduction about the baseball or its background for people who are not that aware of it because not everyone is familiar with all the sports.
Overall it's an Inspiring and transformational book. I would definitely recommend you to give this a
This book is about a journey of Bryce, a baseball star who is facing a downfall in his career. As he struggles with the unexpected failure, there is a role of a 'spirit' who takes him to his past - to make him realise the important lessons which he has forgotten on his way to stardom.
It is a very different book as it gives some really good lessons with a story based on sports. Its a short and easy read but for people who really love sports and are familiar with Baseball.
You won't be able to put it down. I liked this book so much but I felt like there should be an introduction about the baseball or its background for people who are not that aware of it because not everyone is familiar with all the sports.
Overall it's an Inspiring and transformational book. I would definitely recommend you to give this a
March 22, 2021
I don't know jack about sports. Yet I grabbed this one as I was rummaging around on Kindle finding something fun yet morally ascetic. I am so glad I got my hands on this masterpiece. And I'd like to focus my part of the review on just what the book has thought me. I've been through something traumatic in life recently and the way author has explained how to deal with afflictions has been inspiring, engaging and ultimately transformational.
" I'm about to face the greatest challenge of my life and I feel at peace." I found myself saying the very line to myself everyday since reading the book. So big hat tip to the author for giving birth to this masterpiece, coupling it with sports to make it exciting and motivating all together!
" I'm about to face the greatest challenge of my life and I feel at peace." I found myself saying the very line to myself everyday since reading the book. So big hat tip to the author for giving birth to this masterpiece, coupling it with sports to make it exciting and motivating all together!
July 22, 2021
Didn't find it groundbreaking or inspiring. The story lacks deepness in the grit, adversity, and winning areas. It starts good (even as a good candidate for a movie), but it stays in the same place until you reach half of the book. It goes back and forward with the same questioning for pages.
Maybe it was well-intended but feels rushed in the writing and character development, as well as in the morals or take-outs from each of the «Spooky Rules».
Maybe it was well-intended but feels rushed in the writing and character development, as well as in the morals or take-outs from each of the «Spooky Rules».
August 11, 2022
This is a book where you start to believe that you are possible and you can do all your mind can dream. I have never highlighted as much information in any book as this one. Author has written in a very simple and straightforward language.
With determination, perseverance and gratefullness you can overcome difficult circumstances. The cover of the book is apt to the content of the book. A good book for someone who wants to know the basics of a better life.
Highly recommend !
With determination, perseverance and gratefullness you can overcome difficult circumstances. The cover of the book is apt to the content of the book. A good book for someone who wants to know the basics of a better life.
Highly recommend !
August 18, 2022
The curbe ball is a self help book that is written in a way it is appealing and page turner , am personally not a big fan of self-help books as you may know but i kinda liked it. It mainly focus on struggles of a pro baseball player his downfall and comeback . His 4 rules and outwards towards life was intresting. There were some good tips but i didn't found it as inspiring as other people. If you like sports and self-help book i guess you will like it.
January 31, 2021
A short but powerful story that teaches Grit, Adversity and Winning. From key quotes to key insights this short story has it all. The Curveball will show you how to turn fear into fuel and doubt into confidence. This is a book that helps you discover the gifts within you and shows you how to present them to the world. A great easy and impactful read 💪.
February 1, 2025
I listened to the audio book. Got to nearly the third chapter….that was enough. I would suggest the author gets someone else to read it, it sounds like trying to make a Hollywood theatrical play out of baseball which I don’t think it is supposed to be. Maybe reading it oneself would be better than listening to the audiobook, but at the moment I think I will give it a miss.
December 14, 2020
I normally avoid this kind of book but I took a chance, now I’m about halfway through and I’m not sure I can take much more. This book is not Colby Sharma’s work. Dan Clement professional ghost writer is the author. I want a refund.
December 12, 2020
The book is written by Dan Clements a ghost writer primarily. The book has cheesy one liners. I would not recommend. There are so many other better books I out there.
August 11, 2024
A good book with great insight into some simple steps to improve resilience. I probably would have enjoyed this book more if I had an interest in baseball.
August 18, 2022
I picked up this book blindly, and haven't read any reviews on bookstagram or the synopsis at the back of the book, so I had zero idea what this book is all about.
Colby Sharma is the son of a famous author (my fave) Robin Sharma, author of books like the monk who sold his Ferrari, who will die when you will cry and many more books. Colby is a law graduate from the University of Liverpool and this book is his debut novel.
This story is of a young baseball player Bryce, who is experiencing rough phrase in his career, he is removed from this team as well as going through a rough patch. This book, later on, explains how through some strategies and principles he overcome the struggles that he was facing.
This book could be read in a single or two sittings & is beginner-friendly and fast pace. lessons delivered at the end of chapters are inspiring however I did not find this book ground-breaking, moreover, the story and character development could have been better. I will recommend this book to all the beginners out there
Colby Sharma is the son of a famous author (my fave) Robin Sharma, author of books like the monk who sold his Ferrari, who will die when you will cry and many more books. Colby is a law graduate from the University of Liverpool and this book is his debut novel.
This story is of a young baseball player Bryce, who is experiencing rough phrase in his career, he is removed from this team as well as going through a rough patch. This book, later on, explains how through some strategies and principles he overcome the struggles that he was facing.
This book could be read in a single or two sittings & is beginner-friendly and fast pace. lessons delivered at the end of chapters are inspiring however I did not find this book ground-breaking, moreover, the story and character development could have been better. I will recommend this book to all the beginners out there
December 5, 2020
Great book by a great person. Strongly suggesting it. Greetings from Greece :)
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