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  • A Fighting Chance

  • A 40-Year Journey from My Birth Until My Brother’s Death
  • By: Dan Blanchard
  • Narrated by: Michael F. Ward
  • Length: 8 hrs and 42 mins
  • 4.0 out of 5 stars (2 ratings)

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A Fighting Chance

By: Dan Blanchard
Narrated by: Michael F. Ward
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Publisher's summary

"A great example of what we can accomplish when we refuse to quit." (Dan Gable-Olympic gold medalist)

Dan spent most of his childhood trying to hide in plain sight. A raw, abusive upbringing tarnished his entire family. Dan and his older brother Chris were born under the brutal fists of their father, impacting them emotionally and physically. Somehow, Dan found his way out through sports, and with one success after another. Chris wasn’t so lucky. Most say Chris never had a chance. When Chris died, Dan knew this story needed to be told. For anyone going through a hard time, this is the book that will give hope to continue on. And for those already living a good life, this book will inspire them to live a great life.

©2022 Dan Blanchard (P)2022 Dan Blanchard
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Critic reviews

"There were definitely villains in Dan's life…Dan overcame one obstacle after another…" (Heather Monahan, Top 50 Keynote Speaker in the World)

"It's a true underdog story and finding the victory circle through sheer grit and determination." (Hala Taha, number one education podcast and CEO of YAP Media)

"A wonderful look into the life of the prolific bestselling author and award-winning educator..." (Scott Schulte, NY Times best-selling author)

"Dan Blanchard has lived a life that few have." (Jordan Harbinger-Top Podcast in the World)

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A Fighting Chance

Very moving and horrific story. At first I wasn’t sure that I could listen but ultimately I couldn’t turn it off.
My one issue is the narrative. The reader usually put the emphasis on the wrong word making it seem like a bad acting performance. Most of the time I could get past it but sometimes I would cringe when listening.

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