Review of Two Minutes For Talking To Myself

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I know absolutely nothing about Hockey but the reviewer makes you a little intrigued to give the book a peak. I think old and young Hockey fans, as well as any sports fan would enjoy reading this book. I could see this book making it to the big screen the likes of A League Of Our Own!
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A non fiction novel that highlights the life of Curt Keilback during his career as a commentator in hockey games. This book will greatly appeal to lovers of hockey.
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As neither a hockey nor other sports fan, this book isn't for me. I do love how this brought back warm memories of your childhood, and believe this book will do that for many fans.
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I’m not typically a sports person, but I do have some fond memories of watching American hockey games with my family as a kid, so I might like this memoir. It sounds as though it might need a stronger sense of organization and/or theme, but otherwise, the book could be an intriguing trip down memory lane. Thank you for the helpful review.
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This book sounds like an amazing experience for hockey lovers or maybe sport lovers in general but I am neither of the two. I am sure though that anecdotes related to hockey and big names mentioned in the book will make hockey lovers nostalgic. But its not for me. Congrats on BOTD
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"Two Minutes for Talking to Myself" by Curt Keilback is a story written by a color commentator for the Winnipeg Jets/Phoenix Coyotes, a Canadian that loved watching his favorite hockey team win the Stanley Cup. Hockey is a violent game with players crashing into opponents and coaches going crazy behind the player bench. Keilback spent decades as a commentator and he interviewed many Hall of Fame players and coaches. He had a firsthand view of what went on during NHL games and really understood the game. I have been a lifelong hockey fan and have watched at least 2,000 games. The two-minute reference in the title is linked to the two-minute penalties players receive for minor rule infractions. An enjoyable read and a very good review.
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I appreciate the author's effort to compile and share his broadcasting experience through anecdotes and inside scoops. However, because the topic does not interest me, I will skip it. I am sure the hockey fans would love it. Congrats on BOTD.
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Post by Stephanie Runyon »

I am not a big fan of watching most sports, but I do like participating in some competitively. I recognize Wayne Gretzky's name, but memoirs are difficult books for me if I unable to connect to the overall story.
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I'm not a fan of hockey, so I shall have to skip this book. Thanks for your descriptive and thorough review.
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Thank you for your most enjoyable review of this book. We could tell you thoroughly enjoyed reading and reviewing it. I loved your explanation of the cover. Great job.
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I'm not a hockey fan and also because I think hockey should be watched instead of read, I think I'll bench this one. Thank you for your review.
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I must agree with you on this, hockey is a rough-and-tumble sport that is not for the faint of heart that needs strong players. I also liked how you gave a nice description of the cover page. It is a nice review
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The title of the book is Catchy. People who enjoys sports and memoirs especially Hockey fans will greatly enjoy reading the book. Congratulations on BOTD.
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This is an inspiring book. Sometimes we are faced with difficulties and we just have a short time to think about the solution to the problem.
This book will be good for lovers of sports, they will learn about endurance.
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Although a compelling description. Hockey is not really my thing so I'll have to pass on this one. But will definitely recommend this to people interested in the genre. Congratulations on being listed as Book of the day.
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