A Warrior's Heart

The True Story of Life Before and Beyond The Fighter

By: Micky Ward, Joe Layden

Narrated by: Micky Ward, Bill Lobley

With the success of the critically-acclaimed, Academy Award-winning film “The Fighter,” the world stood up and cheered for the inspiring true story of Micky Ward—a heart-and-soul warrior who overcame the odds to make history in the ring. But that was only part of the tale…

Now, in his own words, “Irish” Micky Ward tells his inspirational life story as only he can.

From his first bout at the age of seven, Micky Ward was known first and foremost for giving as good as he got, and for leaving absolutely everything he had in the ring. When he fought, quitting was never an option. It was that indomitable spirit that would allow him to survive, battle against, and overcome the harsh realities that he faced every day of his life.

For it was outside the ring that Ward’s heart would be most needed, from witnessing his idolized older half-brother Dicky fall from grace, to dealing with his wildly dysfunctional—if frighteningly loyal—family, to the darkest of secrets that he has never revealed until now, and the numerous setbacks and defeats that would have stopped a lesser man. Micky Ward has remained a fighter, through and through—both as a professional boxer, and as a man who finally found his greatest strength in friendship, family, and faith in himself

From the rough streets of Lowell, Massachusetts, to the blood and sweat of the international fight game, to the bright lights and adulation of Hollywood, this is the rousing, moving, tragic, and humorous story of the one and only Micky Ward.

Critic reviews

"Micky Ward is one of the true mighty-hearted modern American men." --Melissa Leo, Academy Award-winning actress

"Read this book! Micky Ward has a great story. He's also a great boxer. On any given night, Micky Ward could come back from the dead and knock out any fighter in his weight class. Besides, he's Irish!" --Mickey Rourke, Golden Globe-winning actor

Micky Ward. A Hero.

Micky Ward is a hero, and the reason why bleeds through these pages. Great book.

outstanding

What did you love best about A Warrior's Heart?

excellent book, if you like competitive sports you'll be inspired

What was one of the most memorable moments of A Warrior's Heart?

falling down and getting back up over and over

Have you listened to any of Mickey Ward and Bill Lobley ’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

no

If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

there is one,

Any additional comments?

get it

In his own words

I am a fan so of course I loved the book! I am so glad Micky did the narration it adds a personal touch.

A True KO!

One of the best audiobooks on boxing period. The honesty and grit of behind the scenes look at what shapes & builds a champion fighter with character.

Great Story from a warrior

I loved everything about this book. I respect and have been a fan of Mickey Ward for years. This book not only details his life ups and downs ultimately it lands on his trilogy with Arturo Gatti. Great Story!