We Promised You a Great Main Event

Wrestling's Wild Ride

Written byBill Hanstock

Narrated byJosh Bloomberg

Length13h36m

Release dateOctober 13, 2020

GenreArts & Entertainment, Entertainment & Performing Arts, Film & TV

Languageenglish

★★★★★ 4.3 (19 ratings)

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Quick Facts

Author	Bill Hanstock
Narrator	Josh Bloomberg
Runtime	13h36m
Published	October 13, 2020
Rating	★★★★★ 4.3 / 5 (19 ratings)
Categories	Arts & Entertainment, Entertainment & Performing Arts, Film & TV, History & Criticism, Sports & Outdoors, Combat Sports & Self-Defense
Format	Audiobook (Digital)
Platform	Audible

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About This Audiobook

We Promised You a Great Main Event is a no-holds-barred account of the WWE's journey to the top, and Bill Hanstock's storytelling is as engaging as it is informative. With Josh Bloomberg's narration, the audiobook comes alive with a conversational tone that's both entertaining and immersive. Hanstock's writing is full of behind-the-scenes anecdotes and insights that will delight both casual and die-hard wrestling fans.

What sets this audiobook apart is its unique blend of sports journalism and pop culture commentary. Hanstock's analysis of Vince McMahon's rise to power and the WWE's evolution over the years is both fascinating and thought-provoking. The narration is well-paced, with Bloomberg delivering a performance that's both enthusiastic and measured. The result is an audiobook that's as much about the world of professional wrestling as it is about the people and personalities that drive it.

Tags: Sports EntertainmentWWEProfessional WrestlingPop Culture CommentaryBehind-the-Scenes

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Editor's Review ★★★★★

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I was thoroughly entertained by We Promised You a Great Main Event, and Josh Bloomberg's narration was a big part of that. His conversational tone and infectious enthusiasm made the story feel like a behind-the-scenes look at the wild world of professional wrestling. I appreciated how Hanstock balanced the sports journalism aspect with pop culture commentary, making the audiobook feel both informative and fun. If I have any critiques, it's that some of the supporting characters felt a bit one-dimensional, and the pacing dragged slightly in the middle sections. However, these minor quibbles didn't detract from my overall enjoyment of the audiobook. The production quality was top-notch, with clear sound and well-timed pauses that added to the overall listening experience. Overall, I'd highly recommend We Promised You a Great Main Event to anyone looking for a compelling and entertaining listen.

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