On the Line
by Serena Williams with Daniel Paisner
Williams's 2009 memoir: Compton, her father's plan, her sister's murder, injuries and comebacks. Direct and personal.
Read it if…
you want Serena's early story in her words.
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Skip it if…
you want a complete biography.
Try instead: Born to Run 2: The Ultimate Training Guide →
Three things you will actually use
- Plan audaciously.
- Grief and greatness coexist.
- Come back.
Do this first
Read the chapters on Compton.
Our verdict
Serena, early.
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