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The Boy on the Shed

By: Paul Ferris
Narrated by: Ruairi Conaghan
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Shortlisted for the 2018 William Hill Sports Book of the Year

Today was his first climb to the top. He knew if he was there, watching, then she would never leave him. Her name was Bernadette, and he climbed the shed every day.

This is a not a football book, as such. Rather, it is a memoir by someone who happened to have superior ability at the sport during his formative years, which led him on a remarkable journey. Paul Ferris became a professional footballer and at the age of 16 was the youngest ever to play in Newcastle United's first team.

Coming from Northern Ireland and being a skilful winger with dancing feet, he was inevitably hailed as 'the new George Best'. But the story of his time in the game, particularly as a young player, is one of insecurity, injuries, uncertainty, fear and, ultimately, a failure to fulfil his hopes and dreams.

The book opens in Lisburn, near Belfast. The Ferris family are Catholics in a predominantly Protestant town at the height of The Troubles. Ferris relives his childhood and teens with brutal candour laced with black humour. The Boy on the Shed is a beautifully written account of a life, but it also lifts the lid on big personalities at Newcastle United.

©2018 Paul Ferris (P)2018 Hodder & Stoughton Limited Football (Soccer) Sports Celebrity Ireland Inspiring Heartfelt Thought-Provoking

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loved the life story of Paul. So much more to his life than I had ever envisaged.

fantastic emotional and funny. great read.

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Good story and an excellent listen. Paul perseverance is an inspiration despite all his setbacks

Excellent

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I enjoyed this book. I actually think it works better as audible than it would as book because of the emotive way Paul tells it. You don’t need to be a hardened footy fan to listen! Well done Paul, your mum would be very proud.

Good book

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As a life long Newcastle fan I found this book really engaging and was in awe at his commitment to the club. It is well read and will keep you entertained.

Very engaging

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Very interesting story, well worth a listen. Good luck with the winter Paul. An honest and endearing portrayal.

Great listen

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Superb book. This is the reason I like biographies. True stories from someone who has a story to tell. Well done Paul

Great Book

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This is the second book I’ve read written by Mr Ferris. I finished reading magic in the tin which I thoroughly enjoyed, although, it did make me very sad at times because of my own
on going battle with advanced prostate cancer.
Boy on the Shed was inspirational the way Mr Ferris has found the strength to share and overcome many traumas in his life. I’m a Newcastle United fan and a proud Geordie from Irish decent this helped to bring this book into my heart. Thank you Mr Ferris. S.Callaghan

Inspirational

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Great man who achieved great things, so well written! Thank you Paul for sharing your gifts.

Brilliant book! Inspiring!

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I’ve read numerous books on or related to football - none come close to this - an inspiration

Wonderful book an incredible life

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One of the best books I’ve listened to!

I’m a Newcastle fan! And this book is mint.

Loved the story line.. 10/10

“Propa class”!

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