Book description
Kelly Holmes made history when she brought home double gold in the
2004 Olympics, becoming a national hero. She won Sports Personality of
the Year, was given a Damehood, fully backed London's successful 2012
Olympic bid and became a superstar on the red carpet as well as a much
acclaimed and consulted professional in the sporting world.
Now in her staggeringly honest updated autobiography she reveals the
times she fought back tears to battle against injury and win gold,
plus the emotional decision she made to retire from athletics.
Including details of her unsettled childhood, trials in the army and
a struggle with self harm, Kelly's amazing determination carries
through to make this inspirational and powerful autobiography a tale
of triumph over adversity and a model for readers of all ages and backgrounds.
Dame Kelly Holmes is a retired English middle distance athlete. She
won gold medals in the 800 metres and the 1500 metres at the 2004 Summer
Olympics. Today she is National School Sport Champion and the face of
Sainsbury's Keep Kids Active campaign and is committed to leading
Britain towards a healthier lifestyle.
