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Fascinating, frightening and inspirational autobiography of former career criminal, world-record holder and endurance athlete John McAvoy. Huge appeal to readers of various genres, but especially sport and true crime. Written with renowned sportswriter Mark Turley. Read and discover how: * John's uncle Micky was one of the key players in the legendary Brinks-Mat gold bullion caper * John bought his first gun at 16 and carved out a lucrative career in armed robbery - at one point he was one of Britain''s most-wanted men * Two spells in prison and the death of a friend on a botched heist changed…mehr

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Fascinating, frightening and inspirational autobiography of former career criminal, world-record holder and endurance athlete John McAvoy. Huge appeal to readers of various genres, but especially sport and true crime. Written with renowned sportswriter Mark Turley. Read and discover how: * John's uncle Micky was one of the key players in the legendary Brinks-Mat gold bullion caper * John bought his first gun at 16 and carved out a lucrative career in armed robbery - at one point he was one of Britain''s most-wanted men * Two spells in prison and the death of a friend on a botched heist changed his path * During his second stint in jail he discovered a miraculous natural talent while serving life in the Belmarsh high security unit - John broke three world rowing records while still an inmate * After his release he transformed his life, becoming one of the UK's leading Ironman competitors Redemption is a first-hand and fast-paced account of a life turned around - the ultimate story of sporting salvation.
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John McAvoy has collaborated with Mark Turley to write his life story. Mark is the author of five books including Journeymen: The Other Side of the Boxing Business snd Into the Woods: the story of a British Boxing cult hero. His work has twice been nominated for William Hill Sports Book of the Year, in 2015 and 2017.