Broken Harts: The Life and Death of Owen Hart

I enjoyed Martha's book. It important to understand that this is not your standard biography as it doesn't go into huge detail of Owens life but it's insightful and tells a heartbreaking story of the loss of a wonderful humanbeing. Her descriptions of owens fall, the negligence that led to it and the aftermath are truly awful.But as others have mentioned there's a few things that simply leave you with a bad taste in your mouth.The one that hit me the hardest was that she describes the incident in 1997 where Owen totally botched the pile-driver on Steve Austin in about half a page. According to her Owen was blameless and she even goes as far to suggest that Austin 'faked' his injury. Absolutely ridiculous.She obviously hates the WWE and the wrestling business which is very understanding but but her continued attack on it grates on you.I have no other thought in my mind that she loved Owen dearly and wanted justice for him but it was always going to end in financial settlement which she seemed to seek within hours of Owens death.Overall a great read and one I recommend but don't expect a truly in-depth read about Owens life or anything that paints the wrestling world or Hart family in any bright light.

This book is very well written very griping. I remember this day, and I remember reading the first article of what happened entitled "the day wrestling became too real". I admit to being a bit of a mark at this age and only knew Owen Hart as the great performer he was, but not the person. I did not have to look too far to learn about Own the person. There was an out pouring grief from everyone who had known, met or worked with Owen. He was universally loved and respected. Many wrestler broke Kayfabe (the code to protect the business, by not breaking character even in public), and spoke openly about what Owen meant to them. Of course none of this could compare to what his wife and family must have gone through.Martha Hart openly states on the first page that writing this book was very therapeutic for her I really hope it brings her and her children peace of mind. She also states this is not a book about Owen the wrestler she wrote this focusing on Owen the person. Her husband, the father of their children, and member of the Hart family. Martha was an outsider to the wrestling business, and (as a comment from Bret to Owen got misinterpreted shows) despite the financial rewards she only saw the dark side of the business. The loneliness of being separated from your family, the horrendous travel expected, and of course drugs and womanising going on.She wanted to show despite being born into one of the most in/famous families in wrestling Owen was different. Like Mick Foley was in wrestling to make a living rather than living for wrestling. She talks about his early life, then how they met, their time dating and making a life together. A recurring theme of the book is Owen saying after this contract expires we will be set, how many time do people say one more big deal or one more case then I will hang it up.She talks about Owen start in wrestling but for the point of view of the family, so does not go into details of the matches as she admits she did not watch them or was interested in wrestling other than it was Owen's job. His Two stints in the WWF or WWE, from starting out as a Jobber, star to Maga-star. Then the accident that killed Owen but also shattered her life. The Investigation into negligence and wrong doing on the WWE's part. The Lawsuit the settlement finally life moves on.The title of the book I think would be perfect for the Hart family themselves. A lot of the facts in this book especially about the Hart family and how divided and money grabbing some members are from other books like Bret's book the Hitman, or A lion's tale. The only criticism I have about the book is (I hope I am wrong), Owen is portrayed as an angel who could do no wrong I do not think that is possible. I have no doubt he was a great person, as a number of others will testify to, but I cannot believe the "king of ribbs" (joke and pranks), never got involved when other wrestlers were being childish and playing pranks on each other. Little thing like that just do not add up to me, but as I said these are little things. This a great book to get to know Owen the father and family man.

Well written and you can tell her heart and soul was poured into this book. Any Owen fan, in fact any wrestling fan should read.

It must be awful to be subjected to the news that your husband has been killed whilst just doing his job. But Owen was killed under extraordinary circumstances. The book traces Martha's life with Owen and her fight for justice after his death. It is written with heartfelt sincerity and considerable bitterness. Who can blame her.It is essential reading for wrestling fans and others who might gain strength from the example and resolve Martha displays.I do however consider, and this is my personal opinion, that Vince McMahon did the right thing in not stopping the show. I would also commend Jim Ross on the control he displayed at the time of the incident.

Fascinating read and insight from Mrs Hart regarding the westling tragedy still felt to this day.She writes beautifully also, not shying away from expressing her feelings towards certain people (three guesses) but refraining from turning this into a seedy shouty name calling book.Whatever your opinion of Martha Hart and how she has handled this tragedy, I highly recommend reading this book as it is yet another insight regarding the late great Owen Hart.

What happened to Owen we so wrong but it goes to prove that if you believe in the right things good things can come out of terrible tragedies. Martha is a strong individual to endure every thing she has at such a young age. Her children but most importantly Owen would be proud if her. My thoughts are with the family as they continue to get by on a day by day basis. Very sad but inspirational read.

A brilliantly told story on one of the darkest days in pro wrestling.

Very interesting read.