THE CROSS SPORTS BOOK AWARDS AUTOBIOGRAPHY OF THE YEAR The Sunday Times bestseller is 'brilliant gripping beautifully written real' says Jonathan Northcroft So you think you know Joey Barton Think again No Nonsense is a game-changing autobiography which will redefine the most fascinating figure in British football It is the raw yet redemptive story of a man shaped by rejection & the consequences of his mistakes He has represented England & been a pivotal player for Manchester City Newcastle United Queens Park Rangers Marseille Burnley & Glasgow Rangers but his career has featured recurring controversy The low point of being sent to prison for assault in 2008 proved to be the catalyst for the re-evaluation of his life No Nonsense reflects Barton's character
- it is candid challenging entertaining & intelligent He does not spare himself in revealing the formative influences of a tough upbringing in Liverpool & gives a survivor's insight into a game which to use his phrase 'eats people alive' The book is emotionally driven & explains how he has redirected his energies since the birth of his children In addition to dealing with his past he expands on his plans for the future In this updated edition he speaks frankly about the gambling addiction that has left him facing a hefty ban The millions who follow his commentaries on social media & those who witnessed him on BBC's Question Time will be given another reason to pause & look beyond the caricature' Compelling' Donald Mc Rae Guardian ' Brilliant' Matt Lawton Daily Mail