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Cycle of Lies
- The Fall of Lance Armstrong
- Narrated by: Carrington Macduffie
- Length: 11 hrs and 31 mins
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Summary
A fly-on-the-wall account of the Lance Armstrong doping scandal – the greatest drama in modern sporting history by the New York Times cycling correspondent.
As Lance Armstrong’s precipitous fall from grace continues, New York Times sports reporter Juliet Macur takes the reader behind the scenes to bring you the astonishing twists and turns of an outrage that has rocked the world of cycling. With unprecedented access to the key players in the drama – from Armstrong’s fellow cyclists and top cycling officials to doctors, trainers and wives – Cycle of Lies reveals how Armstrong built a fortress of people around him to protect his image and upend the lives of anybody who stood in his way.
As America’s fallen idol faces potential perjury charges, Cycle of Lies widens the focus to expose corruption at all levels of the sport in a thrilling work of contemporary narrative history.
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- M3
- 18-04-14
As you'd expect
There's little that's new here - much of Lance Armstrong's 'antics' have been well documented and what this book does is put everything together into a relatively cohesive structure.
Sometimes the order seems a bit off, jumping back and forth in the other cyclist's chapters, for instance Floyd Landis, but it generally holds together well.
It's not as personal as David Walsh's book, which leaves it up to the reader/listener to decide if that's a good or bad thing. For me, at times, it felt as if Juliet was listing things that happened, as opposed to explaining how she was involved in asking certain questions. David Walsh's version perhaps veers too far the other way but each book has its own merits (though I suspect Walsh himself would be surprised to hear himself called an "English" journalist - he's most definitely Irish).
All in all, if you've decided to buy this, you likely already know what you're getting - a dossier chronicling Lance Armstrong's years of cheating. Everything publicly known is there and, for that, it does what it should do.
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- Niamh B
- 04-10-20
One fact is wrong
Have read many books on this subject. Plenty of interesting new facts. But one is wrong... David Walsh is Irish not English.l!
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- Coops Web
- 19-07-15
well researched but dry.
a well researched book bit at points the facts all got a bit too dry. that said though, great insight and it was fascinating to hear about Lance's upbringing and his dishonest mother. would have preferred the narrator to not have done voices too.
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- robert roebuck
- 02-09-14
Superb!
Would you listen to Cycle of Lies again? Why?
Yes I definitely will. It's one of the best books I've ever listened to. Totally compelling.
What other book might you compare Cycle of Lies to, and why?
It is about the same subject matter as Tyler Hamilton's excellent book 'The Secret Race' but clearly broader in its research and perspective.
Similar to 'Seven Deadly Sins' by David Walsh but Juliet's book is far superior.
What about Carrington Macduffie’s performance did you like?
Excellent reading.
Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?
Having listened to the whole book I remember the picture painted of LA in his home just prior to the removal men. It was sad to see the impact of his actions on his family and especially the impact on his youngest children being uprooted from the family home.
Any additional comments?
One of the best books I've ever listened to.
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- John
- 08-02-23
Very detailed
Good book and great narration. I have read most of the Armstrong scandal books and it’s worth it.
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- Steven
- 05-02-23
Brilliant
Brilliant audio book, so interesting listening to someone on the opposite side from Lance Armstrong. someone who can't see the wrong/harm that's been caused. and totally oblivious to the man hunt.
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- Mark Doran
- 19-12-22
Gripping
Great account of the Armstrong years! Very well put together. I would highly recommend this book
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- MB
- 29-07-22
Interesting yet one-sided
I vaguely remember seeing Armstrong's story unfold as a child so was curious to hear it in greater detail. The book does just that and the story indeed was captivating. It was clear that the author had personal "beef" with Armstrong and this book was her revenge. This lead to one-sided view this I might look for another book for a more balances perspective.
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- Melmo25
- 13-06-21
Narcissus versus madness
Gosh. how we were duped. I will never be able to watch a cycle race ever again.
I don't really think anyone involved in this story comes.out smelling of roses ,it's shocking to see the lengths some people will go. Brilliant and riveting, I binged listened as I was hooked
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- Amy O
- 22-04-21
Excellent
What a read. A fascinating insight into one of the most dramatic periods in sports history. Armstrong fascinates, delights and disgusts in truly equal measures
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