Unforgiving

“A living testament to the adage ‘if at first you don’t succeed, try, try again,’ the Jacobellis story profoundly illustrates the power of striving for self-knowledge in pursuit of an elusive goal. Anyone who has failed but refuses to give up should know Lindsey’s story. One of the most inspirational stories of all time.”  — Denise K. Shull, MA, founder and CEO, the ReThink Group, and author of Market Mind Games“[Jacobellis] delivers a variety of relatable family and sports stories, including accounts of the many injuries she endured and numerous years of competitions fueled by dogged, laser-focused perseverance…inspiring…Sure to appeal to fans of Jacobellis as well as the sport.”  — Kirkus Reviews“Not only is Lindsey Jacobellis the most decorated snowboarder of all time, but she is a brilliant writer and storyteller. Unforgiving grips your attention from beginning to end, as we learn more about Lindsey’s well-publicized and never-before-told ups and downs—including her incredible double gold medal win at the 2022 Olympics that thrilled the world. Her never-quit attitude will continue to inspire generations to come.”  — Sophie Goldschmidt, President & CEO, U.S. Ski & Snowboard“I know what it’s like to come so close to achieving your goal only to have it slip through your hands. Watching Lindsey pick herself up and fight her way back to not one but two gold medals at the Beijing games was inspiring. It’s easy to smile and wave when you’re on top, but when things go wrong, it’s what you do next that really shows who you are inside. And Lindsey certainly showed us all!”    — Shaun White, 3-time Olympic Gold Medalist in Men’s Snowboarding”The medals that come to you in youth are sometimes easy and expected. The hard part is finding the mindset that allows you to keep competing for the next ten or twenty years, as age and life get in the way. That’s the story Lindsey Jacobellis tells in “Unforgiving,” covering her journey from an early disappointment all the way to her legendary gold medal runs in Beijing. Lindsey’s full throttle energy to never give up will inspire all.” — Shaun Palmer“Highly recommended for fans of winter and Olympic sports. Also essential for women’s sports history collections. Winter and extreme sports fans will find this Olympic champion’s resiliency, ability to overcome disappointment, and relationship with her family inspiring.” — Booklist“Olympic gold medalist Jacobellis traces the arc of her snowboarding career in this inspiring ode to self-forgiveness….This forthright account of Jacobellis’s rebound…should win her new admirers.”— Publishers Weekly

Five-time Olympian LINDSEY JACOBELLIS is a two-time Olympic gold medalist, a one-time Olympic silver medalist, a six-time world champion, and a ten-time X Games gold medalist. Her most recent World Cup win marked thirty-one victories, making her the most decorated snowboardcross athlete in history. She is a member of the U.S. Snowboardcross team and a mentor for Super Girl Snow Pro. Lindsey continues to compete professionally and lives in Southern California when not on tour.