The Incredible True Story of Blondy Baruti Audiobook By Blondy Baruti, Joe Layden - contributor cover art

The Incredible True Story of Blondy Baruti

My Unlikely Journey from the Congo to Hollywood

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The Incredible True Story of Blondy Baruti

By: Blondy Baruti, Joe Layden - contributor
Narrated by: Ron Butler
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Blondy Baruti's boyhood in the Democratic Republic of the Congo was shaped by a desperate ordeal to survive. After marauding soldiers invaded his village, he, his mom, and his sister fled to the jungle and trekked countless miles to escape the atrocities and violence - only to encounter more unspeakable horrors at every turn. Their odyssey ended some 16 months later when they finally reached safety - but Blondy's journey had only just begun.

In an amazing true story that seems more like fiction, we see Blondy overcome incredible odds - poverty, fever, hunger, betrayal - in pursuit of daring dreams that take him from his fight for survival in the Congolese jungle to a dazzling turn on an A-list red carpet after earning a role in the Marvel blockbuster, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2. In between are some incredible twists and turns: basketball dreams nurtured and squashed; a crooked cousin who breaks the inviolable bonds of family; and beneficent strangers who change everything.

A powerful and timely tale of triumph over adversity, The Incredible True Story of Blondy Baruti will have you rooting for Blondy throughout his tale and leave you inspired on your own path to greatness.

©2018 Blondy Baruti (P)2018 Tantor Biographies & Memoirs Cultural & Regional Religious Sports
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I have never read a book that engulfed me with so many emotions. Blondy’s story of perseverance and Faith is inspiring to say the least. It’s a wake up call to those who have lived a comfortable life to consider being a neighbor to those who have not been so fortunate, and it’s gives hope to those who need it. Blondy recounts his life with with truth, ever so painful at times. I look forward to watch God continue to bless him and in all he does.

A Truly Inspiring Story

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He talked about his family in Africa so much but gave no update on them at the end of book. The ending was rushed & it didn’t tie in with the beginning of the book

Rushed ending

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