Against All Odds

My Story

By: Chuck Norris, Ken Abraham

Narrated by: Michael Norris

Length: 7 hrs and 33 mins

Publisher's summary

Millions of people around the world know Chuck Norris as the star of more than 20 motion pictures, including Delta Force, Missing in Action, and Return of the Dragon. Millions more know him as a martial arts expert, the only man in the Western Hemisphere to hold an 8th degree Black Belt Grand Master in Tae Kwon Do. And then there are others who know him from his eight seasons on CBS's longest running series, Walker, Texas Ranger. What many don't know is that Chuck Norris is a sincere Christian, a man whose faith plays a role in everything he does.

Against All Odds is an inspirational story of how Norris overcame abject poverty from childhood, the effects of his father's alcoholism and desertion of the family, and his own shyness and lack of strength and ability early in his life. Norris writes candidly about how he was able to overcome such obstacles in his life, giving full credit to God.

©2004 Chuck Norris (P)2004 Oasis Audio LLC

Critic reviews

"Compelling....This memoir will please those who admire Norris's achievements and conservative activism." (Publishers Weekly)

I love everything about this book.

I love Chuck Norris, and I love reading his story through life. it gives me strength and makes me think about my own life decisions

Chuck Norris- Against All Odds

I thought Chuck Norris was amazing before this book but this just made me admire him more.

Inspiring.

Would you listen to Against All Odds again? Why?

I would listen to this book again, because Chuck norris is plays my favorite character on a television series, and I think that his story is great. It explains a lot when you consider most of the episodes of Walker, Texas ranger are touching, and family oriented just like norris's life is like today.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Against All Odds?

I would have to say when Norris comes out of his shell when he learns the martial arts. He states, and I agree that it makes you feel good about yourself when you know you can stay away from vices just by doing something positive.

Which character – as performed by Michael Norris – was your favorite?

Mike does a great job just telling his father's story.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

There were parts of the book that made me a little emotional, but the part I found funny most of all was the part where Bob Barker beats Adam Sandler, andChuck laughs and smiles at how well he taught Barker.

Inspiring book

As a Christian and a Taekwondo student I needed this book. God has used Chuck as an inspiration in my life. Thank you Chuck.

Chuck Norris

This was an ok book. I was looking for more of the time when he was in Walker Texas rangers. But it covered more martial arts than anything. if your looking for more about the Martial arts fighting you will love it.

Against All Odds (Unabridged)

I really enoyed this book too. When Walker Texas Ranger was on TV I watched it all the time. After hearing this book. I have even more respect Chuck Norris. I wish there were more men like him. men that would respect women. God broke the mold when He made Chuck. This is such a good book. I would give it a 10+ if the rating went that high.

Great to read if you are a Christian

I am disappointed.

A lot of this book is interesting, in that it allows the reader to know the history of this fellow...

However, a lot of this book, is Chuck Norris talking about his faith in Jesus Christ. If a person shares the same life veiw, then by all means, this is a wonderful book (as long as you like the Bush administration as Chuck is a HUGE Bush fan)

If you are not a Christian, or if you do not like George Bush, then you will likely be cringing for a big part of it.

In my opinion, it would have been better for Chuck to write two books: One about his life history, and one about his faith.

Now I know that he beleives in putting faith in Jesus Christ, and that is simply him; (and I respect that) I would have enjoyed the book not feeling like I was in church being prodded to consider Christianity.

Again, if you enjoy tales of celebs sharing their faith, then this one is a wonderful book. If you don't... You may be better off buying something else.

Awesome book.

This is a very Nice look into what drives chuck Norris. Really gives a feeling for what kind of a man he really is. And I found it to be encouraging as well.

FANTASTIC!!!

What and incredible human being, with conservative morals and family values along with being humble.

Learned alot about Carlos Norris!

He does not mince words on his wins and losses in life. One has to like that attitude. Good Book.