{"title":"Spike","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the captivating world of Spike, a remarkable author whose works delve into the intricate tapestry of human experiences. Spike has made a significant impact in the Biography \u0026amp; Memoir category, offering readers a front-row seat to the intimate narratives that have shaped their life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong the standout titles is \u003cem\u003eSplit Decision\u003c\/em\u003e, a riveting memoir that explores the complexities of choice, redemption, and personal growth. Spike's storytelling prowess brings each page to life, offering a unique blend of raw honesty and profound insight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEmbark on an unforgettable journey with Spike's collection, where each book promises to shed light on the nuances of life through vivid storytelling and deep reflection. Whether you are a biography enthusiast or new to the genre, Spike's poignant narratives are sure to resonate and inspire.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"split-decision-by-ice-t-9781982148782","title":"Split Decision","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAward-winning actor, rapper, and producer Ice-T unveils a compelling memoir of his early life robbing jewellery stores until he found fame and fortune—while a handful of bad choices sent his former crime partner down an incredibly different path.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIce-T rose to fame in the late 1980s, earning acclaim for his music before going on to enthral television audiences as Odafin “Fin” Tutuola in \u003ci\u003eLaw \u0026amp; Order: Special Victims Unit\u003c\/i\u003e. But it could have gone much differently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this “poignant and powerful” (\u003ci\u003eLibrary Journal\u003c\/i\u003e, starred review) memoir, Ice-T and Spike, his former crime partner—collaborating with \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling author Douglas Century—relate the shocking stories of their shared pasts, and how just a handful of decisions led to their incredibly different lives. Both grew up in violent, gang-controlled Los Angeles neighbourhoods and worked together to orchestrate a series of jewellery heists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBut while Ice-T was discovered rapping in a club and got his first record deal, Spike was caught for a jewellery robbery and did three years in prison. As his music career began to take off, Ice made the decision to abandon the criminal life; Spike continued to plan increasingly ingenious and risky jewel heists. And in 1992, after one of Spike’s robberies ended tragically, he was sentenced to thirty-five years to life. While he sat behind bars, he watched his former partner rise to fame in music, movies, and television.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e“Propulsive” (\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e, starred review), timely, and thoughtful, two men with two very different lives reveal how their paths might have very well been reversed if they made different choices. All it took was a \u003ci\u003esplit decision\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46552232624364,"sku":"9781982148782","price":53.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/20097353482893.jpg?v=1750020958"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/spike.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}