The Boy Who Lived

When Magic and Reality Collide: my story

De: David Holmes

Narrado por: David Holmes, Toby Laurence - foreword

THE INSPIRATIONAL MEMOIR FROM HARRY POTTER STUNTMAN DAVID HOLMES: PERFECT FOR HARRY POTTER FANS.

NARRATED BY THE AUTHOR, WITH A FOREWORD BY DANIEL RADCLIFFE NARRATED BY TOBY LAURENCE.

As stunt double to Daniel Radcliffe in the Harry Potter film franchise, stuntman David Holmes helped to move J.K. Rowling's era-defining story from the page to the big screen. His work as a real-life Fall Guy enabled him to create some of the most memorable action sequences in the Wizarding World, as he became the first person ever to play Quidditch. In living his own hero's journey, David was also one of only a handful of people to have worn the iconic wizard's cape, glasses and scar in front of the cameras.

That is, until an accident changed his life forever.

During the making of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1, David broke his neck in a stunt rehearsal and was instantly paralysed. From talented junior gymnast and stunt prodigy to fully qualified Hollywood stuntman, his story is a brutally honest portrait of a man who lost everything but found different ways to reimagine new possibilities with love, friendship and optimism - and he later co-created a BAFTA-nominated documentary about his life. David's behind-the-scenes look at one of the biggest film series of all time is both jaw-dropping and hilarious.

Powerful and emotional, his is a story of hope and vulnerability and paints a picture of what it truly takes to rebuild a life and become The Boy Who Lived.

©2024 David Holmes (P)2024 Hodder & Stoughton Limited

Wild journey of resilience

Like David Holmes I too had an accident that took me from high performance athlete to disabled individual. This book told that story. Anyone can become disabled at any time. But to see someone like myself go from extremely able bodied, to extremely disabled, and still finding a way to live out their lives with fulfillment and purpose, is an inspiring story to hear. Thank you David for encouraging me, keep strong my friend!

How he has the attitude to go over all that he has to go through.

Loved this very much. He seems to be inspiring on how he pushes forward.

Wow! Perspective shift

as a huge fan of Harry Potter, when I heard of David’s story I couldn’t believe it.
His story is inspiring, perspective shifting with heartbreaking stories and moments of triumph. You’re incredible David Holmes.

A spiritual journey

David’s transformation from a young reckless egocentric kid to a person who values the small joys in life is a lesson for all of us. We need to be mindful of this daily and when we hear a story like this, be grateful for those that have had to endure the sacrifices. Little did you know this was your life dharma, David. Thank you for sharing.

Loved it. Great story teller.

The honesty, humor, and strength shared here is a lesson to all of us. He truly has lived to the fullest.

Amazing!

David Holmes brought so much magic into our lives as Harry Potter fans, the world should know him! Reading his story, and listening it in his own words was such a journey, it’s a must read!

Loved David’s Story!

I love the honest, raw, vulnerable story that David has shared. This also made me realize that we need more recognition for stunt people in Hollywood, they do some amazing and super dangerous things and do not get enough credit. Highly recommend this book!

Inspirational and beautiful

Beautifully told. It’s such a treat for us potterheads and also an inspiring story full of life lessons. David’s voice is very soothing and conveys peace and wisdom. Thanks David for sharing your story with us!

Powerful story

Absolutely loved this book, I even reached out to David after listening and he got back to me. Truly an amazing person and story.

The author’s bravery

Amazing book about overcoming circumstances in the bravery it takes to live once life through adversity