My Lifey

Paddy McGuinness grew up in 1970s Bolton, struggling with money and juggling a college course and two jobs to support his mum. Despite this, he went on to have an unforgettable personal memoir written from the heart, including racing supercars on Top Gear and laying concrete floors in prisons.

Format: Hardback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 28 October 2021
Publisher: Ebury Publishing

Get ready to settle in for a captivating read! Join Paddy McGuinness on a nostalgic journey back to the 1970s, where he grew up in a two-up, two-down terrace in Bolton. Despite the financial challenges, it was a time filled with happiness and camaraderie. Paddy slept on a mattress he dragged in from the street and faced the stress of juggling college courses and two jobs to support his beloved mum.

However, in the face of adversity, Paddy displayed an incredible resilience and wit. This is the remarkable true story of a boy who went from sleeping in abandoned cars in Bolton to racing supercars on Top Gear, all thanks to his unwavering determination and a zest for life.

Along the way, he encountered a series of unforgettable adventures. From laying concrete floors in prisons to working in a leisure center, Paddy's life was a tapestry of diverse experiences. His school pal Peter Kay played a pivotal role in his journey, intervening to help him turn his life around.

Through it all, Paddy has experienced mischief, misadventure, joy, and sorrow. He has achieved immense success and faced unexpected challenges. This is a life well lived, and an unforgettable personal memoir written from the heart.

So, grab your kettle, pour yourself a cup of tea, and immerse yourself in the pages of Paddy McGuinness's remarkable story. You won't be able to put it down!

Weight: 590g
Dimension: 240 x 161 x 30 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781529109351