The Time of My Life

By: Patrick Swayze, Lisa Niemi

Narrated by: Patrick Swayze

Length: 5 hrs and 30 mins

Publisher's summary

2010 Audie Award Finalist for Audiobook of the Year

In a career spanning more than 30 years, the late Patrick Swayze made a name for himself on the stage, the screen, and television. Known for his versatility, passion and fearlessness, he became one of our most beloved actors.

But in February 2008, Patrick announced he had been diagnosed with stage IV pancreatic cancer. Always a fighter, he refused to let the disease bring him to his knees, and his bravery inspired both his legion of fans and cancer patients everywhere.

Yet this memoir, written with wisdom and heart, recounts much more than his bout with cancer. In vivid detail, Patrick describes his Texas upbringing, his personal struggles, his rise to fame with North and South, his commercial breakthroughs in Dirty Dancing and Ghost, and the soul mate who's stood by his side through it all: his wife, writer and director Lisa Niemi.

A behind-the-scenes look at a Hollywood life and a remarkable love, this memoir is both entertainment and inspiration. Patrick and Lisa's marriage was a journey of two lives intertwined and lived as one--throughout their years in Hollywood and at home on their working ranch outside Los Angeles, and culminating in the hope and wisdom they've imparted to all who know and knew them.

This book will open the door for families, individuals, and husbands and wives to grow, bond, and discover entirely new levels of love and sharing, proving that life shouldn't be lived as a series of endings, but rather as the beginning of greater strength and love.

©2009 Troph Productions (P)2009 Simon & Schuster, Inc

I Felt Like a Part of Their Lives & Struggles

I really enjoyed "The Time of My Life" already being a Patrick Swayze fan. Listening to how he developed the characters in the movies I love was a lot of fun. I did not realize however, his inner struggles with "voices" he calls them constantly belittling every accomplishment he acheived. How he overcame obstacles is encouraging and a life lesson to anyone who has had to give up one dream for another.

What a life!

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Absolutely! It was nicely done.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Patrick of course!

Which character – as performed by Patrick Swayze – was your favorite?

Dalton from Road House. He was a "bad ass"

If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

A Real Life

Any additional comments?

Loved him as an actor!

Loved this book

Those hours listening to Patrick’s book went by too fast, just like his time on earth.
Highly recommend!
Would have loved it to have been the full book. This was an abridged version.
Will order the book on kindle

Love love

So inspiring,how he overcome so many setbacks and injuries,Depression,Alcohol abuse. Incredible story,I wish he had more to tell. So so sad he’s life was cut short.

Excellent Read

Hearing Patrick Swayze’s voice again years after his passing was incredibly touching. This story of his life was intensely interesting. I must admit I started listening to it after seeing Dirty Dancing for the nth time. I was curious as to what was going on behind the scenes with the complex dance moves and wondered just how the leads pulled it off.
Unfortunately, this book is not about that..,it mentions the movie and the whirlwind that followed. It is so much more than behind the scenes stuff. There isn’t much of that about either of his two major movies, Ghost and DD. This book gives insight into who Patrick Swayze was as a person and his relationship to his beloved wife, Lisa. I was pleased to listen to a book that is heavy on career and relationships instead of digging up dirt. The only dark parts have to do with his drinking and that is about it. It is a very upbeat book from a man who triumphed over many disappointments and always pushed himself to be a better person. It is a great read. Sad, we as the fans and audience, lost him too soon. My heart goes out to his soulmate and wife, Lisa. They were a team and this book seems to be his love letter to her. Rest In Peace, Buddy.

Patrick's life story read by Patrick himself!

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

I would recommend that anyone who wants to understand who Patrick Swayze was, the depth of his determination and talent needs to listen to Patrick himself tell his story.

Who was your favorite character and why?

I loved the story about Patrick and Lisa transporting their latest carpentry job by motorcycle.

Have you listened to any of Patrick Swayze’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

This is his only one.

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

It made me laugh and cry and smile and contemplate and want to watch everything that Patrick Swayze was ever in.

Enjoyed the honesty

Who knew Patrick Swayze was so accomplished. I had no idea that he was so talented in so many different areas. Really enjoyed this honest memoir.

great love story

it's a beautifully written love story about them falling in love and their life and the challenges they faced and overcome but they love stay strong to each other

Touching

I loved it. To have Patrick and Lisa narrating was nice, like they were sitting down with you and telling you their story. I was truly inspired by how hard they worked. They were really a couple of go getters. If you want to see what is possible in life, give this audio book a listen. Patrick you will be missed tremendously.

Awesome

This audio book was beyond my expectations! And to have it in their own voices made it that much more better. I will listen to this over and over again. So sad that he is no longer with us but what an amazing life he had. ❤️