★★★★★
A raw compelling read that shows that 1 person can make a difference if they have enough courage
This is a story about how 1 color blind person (and his family) through their actions can and did make a difference in the lives of some minority children from the hood. It’s a story about childhood trauma, struggle & triumph and it continues to this day. It reminds one that life is a continuous struggle and that it’s not how many times you get knocked down, but whether you keep getting up and moving forward that counts. Lastly, this book screams at the reader to look in the mirror and ask – What are you doing personally to make this world a better place for others?
★★★★★
A Different Life was both an easy read and a tough read. Easy because I couldn’t put it down.
I finished it in two sittings and found myself wanting to know what happened next throughout the entire book. Tough because Kevin Dunn doesn’t shy away from difficult realities. He shares personal experiences with honesty and humility, reminding me that while few people face the same circumstances, we all encounter challenges that test who we are. The book offers a simple but powerful message: your true legacy is the impact you have on other people’s lives. Kevin makes it clear that real wealth isn’t measured by your career, your bank account, or the things you accumulate. It’s measured by the difference we can make in the lives of others and by what your children—both biological and those you’ve chosen to love, mentor, and influence—say about you when you’re not in the room.
★★★★★
Measure your success by both your career, family dynamics and actionable charitable contributions
A unique story. Had trouble putting it down once I started it. A rich demonstration of what an individual who though experienced a rough start can accomplish. Very interesting view of college through Olympic athletics. A great review of how athletics and team can be a terrific mental and racial equalizer. Also, great commentary on race and hidden and sometimes not so hidden prejudices. In one section the author relates his divorce experience and his fighting for custody of his son. AS he related, I wished I’d fought harder for my son’s custody. Both our sons were negatively affected by our ex’s custody.
★★★★★
An autobiographical sketch about racism, hate, and the ability of people to over come
The author uses his life experiences to illustrate the challenges faced by lower-income youth. Kevin became a standout athlete, which got him to college. He succeeded in business, but then he took the step of giving back to his community and beyond by coaching and mentoring inner-city boys, whose challenges he had lived himself. It’s an inspiring story with its share of successes and heartbreaks. I highly recommend it.
★★★★★
An American Family
The Authors life growing up was challenging to say the least. Most would use the family events growing up as an excuse or crutch as to why things didnt work out, the lack of success. He rose up through the ashes of a tormented childhood and not to become bitter, but use that life experience to make his family life everything his childhood life was not. He and his wife opened their home to not just children less fortunate but minority children. To open their home to children not your own and offer them guidance, security and love, is what family is all about!
★★★★★
Triumph from Difficulty
A truly inspiring story of a family who opened their home to inner-city children who had been told—either by society or their circumstances—that their potential was limited. Provides a gritty, honest, and ultimately triumphant, look at how expanding one’s circle and perspective can change the trajectory of multiple lives forever. It will leave you wondering: How much more room do I have in my own heart?