The book is an intriguing look at the world of boxing, from the perspective of one who was there. When I set to collect boxing books-a benefit that I can get because of my being a boxing media writer-I wanted to, among the few items I received, get some that speak about the seedy side of the sport, the ugly side that even at my age, I still wish did not exist. It is the ugly face behind the make-up, but it is there.

 

Rosenberger's story reads like one of those true crime novels of old. Now, I wasn't there, and I don't want to say he is making it up, but at the same time, as a decent person, I do not want to cast doubt on a man that I barely knew in person for one second, that when I asked him for an autograph: Lou Duva.  Rosenberger does a good job at that himself. That is why I recommend that you read his book. In fact, there is a rumor around the vine, that there is a sequel to the book about to come out.

 

Rosengerber also makes us laugh with his tales about fights, about famous boxers and personalities from the world of boxing, such as Harry Arroyo, the former IBF Lightweight champion of the world. Rosenberger writes with wit and humor, something that, if all that he says is true, he needed very much.

 

To me, the book is definitely worth a look at. It's cheap, decently written, and something to think about!