Game of Shadows

Uncover the Truth Behind Sports’ Most Shocking Scandal

Written byMark Fainaru-Wada

Narrated byScott Brick

Length10h36m

Release dateApril 13, 2006

GenrePolitics & Social Sciences, Social Sciences, Popular Culture

Languageenglish

★★★★☆ 4.5 (28 ratings)

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Author	Mark Fainaru-Wada
Narrator	Scott Brick
Runtime	10h36m
Published	April 13, 2006
Rating	★★★★☆ 4.5 / 5 (28 ratings)
Categories	Politics & Social Sciences, Social Sciences, Popular Culture, Sports & Outdoors, Baseball & Softball, Sociology of Sports
Format	Audiobook (Digital)
Platform	Audible

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About This Audiobook

Dive into the heart of America’s most explosive sports scandal with 'Game of Shadows.' This gripping audiobook peels back the layers of deceit and corruption in Major League Baseball, narrated by Scott Brick's authoritative voice. Fainaru-Wada masterfully weaves together a narrative that is both investigative journalism at its best and a compelling story of human ambition gone awry. Each chapter reveals new depths to the steroid scandal, making for an unputdownable listen.

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Bestseller-quality story from Mark Fainaru-Wada, rated 4.5 stars by 28 listeners.
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Editor's Review ★★★★☆

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Scott Brick’s narration adds depth and intensity to 'Game of Shadows.' His voice commands attention without overshadowing Fainaru-Wada's prose. The audiobook stands out with its nuanced portrayal of the key figures involved, each with their own complex motivations. While the pacing is deliberate, allowing for a thorough exploration of every angle, it occasionally lingers on legal jargon that might slow down casual listeners. Still, the detailed reporting and storytelling make this audiobook essential for anyone curious about the hidden truths in sports journalism.

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