Review of Rescue Me

[Muhammad Haikal Birton]

So, I read a sample of Katherine Starr's memoir called "Rescue Me" and I gotta say, it's pretty intriguing. The book's all about her journey as an Olympian where she deals with sports, family, and some of the darker aspects of dreams. As she breaks down these themes, we get to peek into a world that not many people have experienced but a lot of us are curious about.

[mrlefty0706]

“Rescue Me” by Katherine Starr is a biography of Annabelle Cripps. Annabelle (a.k.a. Katherine Starr) was born into a wealthy family in Great Britian and had all of the gifts needed to be an outstanding athlete from an early age. She had the best coaches and she excelled in swimming competitions as a child. Her plan to become an Olympic Gold Medalist did not happen because she was the victim of sexual abuse by a coach who believed his level of coaching gave him special privileges. She had to remain quiet because this man determined athletes for various competitions. This led Katherine to drink heavily to face her inner demons and she finished sixth in her Olympic swimming best event. Not a failure but she did not live up to her full potential. She overcame severe trauma and help many other athletes that had been exposed to sexual assault when she created Safe4Athletes in 2011. She gave athletes that had been victims of sexual abuse a voice to bring the abuse to authorities and the Olympic selection committee.

[Abraham Ozo]

Rescue Me by Katherine Starr is a poignant biography revealing the resilience of athlete Annabelle Cripps, who transcends trauma to empower others through Safe4Athletes.

[Novita Ronsumbre]

Sometimes trauma makes a person despair, many even almost commit suicide. But we have to learn from her, to have determination like her and to recover from that trauma, her is a winner.

[Kibet Hillary]

Though the author might not have reached her ultimate goal, the fact that she has helped numerous athletes speaks volumes about her resilience and kindness. It is through such mentorship that others are able to rise. It is saddening and heartbreaking to see a coach decide to use his power in a negative way, and I hope that he was eventually exposed and tried for this. I am adding the book to my shelf. Many thanks for the review!

[Lorna Philip Enslin]

The story of overcoming adversity is the most fascinating and remarkable aspect of this book. Sports enthusiasts are always fascinated when they see an athlete bounce back and recover from an injury. I remember when soccer fans were amazed that Portuguese player, Ronaldo was the highlight of a World Cup when a severe knee injury threatened to ensure his exclusion, but managed to bounce back again.

[Huini Hellen]

I commend Katherine for writing about her experiences as a victim of sexual abuse in the athletics sphere. This foregrounds the challenges that sportspersons face and makes a clarion call to address the vice. Thank you for your detailed review.

[Alissa Deann Devargas]

I've always wondered 'If I had everything I needed to push me towards my dreams when I was younger, would I be where I am today?' It's sad that Katherine's dreams were affected because of her fellow human who was supposed to push her forward. Did she rise above her challenges?

[Victoria Zoe]

Rescue Me by Katherine Start is a must-read for everyone who wants to learn the biography of Annabelle Cripps on her journey to stardom as an athlete. It must be an interesting read. Congrats on the BOTD and a well-written review.

[Martina Sette]

This book is a powerful biography that sheds light on the life of athlete Annabelle Cripps, her struggles, and her inspiring journey of overcoming adversity.

[Mayuri Kotalawala]

The life message and the recovery process discussed in this book are fascinating and uplifting.

- An impressive and encouraging book. Thank you for the beautiful review.

[Harty Muli]

I am intrigued about this promising athlete who could have been an Olympic medalist, but she didn't make it. I would like to find out the reasons this didn't happen despite the coaches she had access to and her family's wealth. Thanks for the review.

[Tejas Koli]

"Rescue Me" by Katherine Starr sounds like an incredibly inspiring read. It's a biography about Annabelle Cripps, an athlete who faced immense challenges but found the strength to overcome them. I'm intrigued by her journey of resilience and how she went on to create Safe4Athletes, advocating for those who have suffered abuse. Adding this to my reading list for its uplifting message and empowering story of triumph over adversity.

[Black Indigo]

The minor errors mentioned in the review don't affect the book. Katherine's story is encouraging, and I believe it will help people to face their inner demons. Thank you for the review.

[Chad Anthony]

The mention of Safe4Athletes adds a powerful dimension to the narrative, showcasing how Katherine's experience led to meaningful advocacy and support for others. That's a compelling reason to consider reading this book.