The Time of My Life

By: Patrick Swayze, Lisa Niemi Swayze

Narrated by: Patrick Swayze

2010 Audie Award Finalist for Narration by the Author

Now in paperback, the internationally bestselling heartfelt memoir from movie legend Patrick Swayze and his wife of over thirty years, Lisa Niemi, about Patrick’s remarkable career and brave battle against pancreatic cancer.

An entertaining and inspiring behind-the-scenes look at a Hollywood life and a remarkable love, told in the words of beloved actor Patrick Swayze and his wife, Lisa Niemi, shortly before he passed away.

In a career spanning more than thirty years, Patrick Swayze made a name for himself on the stage and screen with his versatility, passion, and fearlessness. Always a fighter, Patrick refused to let the diagnosis of stage IV pancreatic cancer in February 2008 defeat him. Patrick and Lisa’s bravery inspired legions of fans, cancer patients, and their loved ones, yet this memoir, written with wisdom and heart, recounts so much more. Revealed in vivid detail is Patrick’s Texas upbringing, his personal struggles, his rise to fame, and how his soul mate Lisa stood by his side through it all.

The Time of My Life opens 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.