Review of The Early Years of 'Squirt' Malone

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A pleasant journey along the wrestling world hustle. It is fictional but does it feel though? Kelly in my opinion did a great job of establishing real-life arcs into a rather historical and descriptive base which is difficult to pull off and even more so to retain throughout the binder pages. The review is another masterpiece here and it was my pleasure to get my hands on the book as well this review.
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The part where you wrote about his bravery got me. When you know what you want you have to fight for it.

Nice review, and I recommend this book to the lovers of fiction stories.
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Readers will enjoy this work of fiction if you can relate to overcoming life's struggles to continue to find a path to pursue your goals and dreams. "The Early Years of 'Squirt' Malone" by Richard W. Kelly follows John, a farm boy, who is inspired to start a career as a professional wrestler after a visit to a carnival show. The author references the historical basis around the Goldust Trio. Congratulations on BOTD and a great review!
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Often a book written in the first person will be an autobiography but *The Early Years of 'Squirt' Malone* by Richard W. Kelly sounds like an historical fiction based upon the Goldust Trio. The history of professional wrestling raising out of the carnival world is the life that Is written about here. The reviewer states that the story ‘flows like butter.’ Wow, that is worth reading.
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Your review was a great one and the book itself had amazing perspectives of the title
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A charming childhood story about a ranchman. A person's life is learning. This historical fiction novel tells us a person's life depends on his circumstances, he sets his goals according to his mind. The reader of this novel becomes close to nature. The reader of this novel goes far beyond the advanced era.
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The first-person narrative and captivating protagonist in The Early Years of 'Squirt' Malone make it a must-read for fans of inspiring underdog stories in the world of professional wrestling.
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A historical fiction novels that looks into the origin of wrestling while focusing on background of Squirt an upcoming wrestler.
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This is an interesting book and I do love the writing style. I find the title of the book and the book cover to be very appealing. This is a wonderful book.
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I think that this book is set in the older times. The book will contain lots of adventures because of its major theme which is wrestling. Congratulations to the author on winning book of the day.
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The early years of 'squirt' Malone sounds relatable. I have never come across a book that depicts the world of wrestling. It took me back to my childhood, when I watch wrestling with my dad and brothers. To know it is a complete work of fiction is intriguing.

I am particularly interested as it relates to common life struggles of hardwork, long days and little reward. I am excited to know how he succeeded, having left home at the early age of twelve. I commend the author for creating this work of art and bringing me back to my childhood.
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In this historical fiction book, the life of John "Squirt" Malone, a professional wrestler, is portrayed. This sounds like an inspiring narrative.
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This book promises to educate readers on determination, resilience, and patience. I am looking forward to reading this book to learn from it. Congratulations to the author on winning book of the day.
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Post by Leonie Vermaak »

To read about wrestling I think would be so interesting. It's completely different to what I normally read, but I'm excited to see "Squirt's" journey. Thanks for a great review.
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