Icebreaker

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honest & inspiring - Rated
This is one of the few satisfying skating biographies. Rudy writes about his triumphs as well as his struggles both on and off the ice. He doesn't avoid issues or waste time on self-pity. If you enjoy his skating or are intrigued by his seemingly out-of-nowhere successes in 1996, you must read this book.

Outstanding! - Rated
To relive the moment of victory in San Jose, to agonize with Rudy over the many lows....what a rollercoaster ride! A thoughtful, honest, and raw book. What tribute to those Galindo has lost along the way!

A searingly honest, heartfelt autobiography - Rated
Compelling...honest, and at times heartwrenching. In this no-holds-barred autobiography, Rudy Galindo takes us through the highs and lows of his skating career, as well as wrestling with being a Gay Mexican-American athlete in a sport in which homosexuality is still very much in the closet. Mr. Galindo's story is proof of the endurance of the human spirit and determination to succeed in spite of many personal problems and setbacks along the way.

It's an eye opener and a new perspective on being gay. - Rated
I read this book..and it was..well, difficult to get through without wanting to meet him and get to klnow him more. He's admirably straightforward abo ut things, and doesn't bite his tounge about anything, including himself. I can truly admire a guy who can look at himself and say he was a spoiled, self centered brat. And say it without flinching. I'd reccomend this for young teenagers; the way he described his brothers demise and his drug and drinking problems made me wince. It was chilling, but you'd get a good idea of what AIDS, drugs, and drinking are really like.

Truly Breaks the Ice - Rated
This book is a wonderfully written heart-wrencher. Rudy tells the story of his personal life as well as his life on the ice. He talks about his tragedies, and setbacks. He talks about the year before that incredible night in San Jose when he was ready to give it all up. His moral is clear: never give up on your drams. He made it as far as he did with little to no money, and just about every aspect of his life working against him in order to get to the top. This is a truly heartwarming story that will make anyone believe that dreams really can come true.