Hang Time

Peter Jay Fernandez narrates this memoir in a dramatic tone that works well. Elgin Baylor, who ranks as one of the top 20 greatest NBA players ever, details his life from childhood through his career. He's honest, genuine, and pulls no punches. Fernandez takes a theatrical approach, using strategic pauses throughout. His delivery might sound phony in some instances, but not here. He doesn't provide unique voices for the many players and other people in Baylor's life, and that's fine. He shapes this nonfiction work wonderfully. Baylor's life story is interesting and worth hearing for basketball fans and those who simply enjoy a good autobiography. M.B. � AudioFile 2018, Portland, Maine