Review By Yog (Mark Curtis)

Not only is this book intriguing because it covers the story of one of England's most respected former internationals, but it gives a fascinating insight into the period where Rugby Union finally joined the professional age (officially).

Jason (The Fun-Bus) Leonard is a fascinating character, not only because of his record for the most England caps (especially when you consider he was a front row forward), but also because of his ability to come back from major neck surgery and still continue to be a major force in the front row for years after.

This book follows Jason's progress from a late starting schoolboy player, through to full time builder and part time player for Barking, Saracens and then the Quins.

Through the turbulent and often confusing times of the transition from amateur to professional rugby, and on to the glory of international success.

The book covers the highs and lows, from worries that he might never walk again, through the seemingly never ending convalescence needed after the neck surgery and onto the immense pride of being named Captain for England.

Through all this Jason manages to impart some words of wisdom, such as why it is a bad idea to sit next to Phil Vickery if you are on the scrounge for food, or why it's a bad idea to try and tackle moving cars on the way to the restaurant.

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