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Tiga’s Tale chronicles the remarkable life of world champion boxer Barrington “Tiga” Francis, who survived crushing poverty and violence in Jamaica’s notorious ghettos and the insidious racism of 1980s Montreal to emerge as one of Canada’s most successful professional fighters.
This riveting narrative is told in the twelve rounds of Barrington’s fight for the coveted British Commonwealth title, coupled with twelve vignettes that capture his exceptional story of perseverance, faith, and, ultimately, triumph.
Tiga’s ability to overcome adversity, both inside and outside the ring, serves as an inspiration to all aspiring athletes.
An inspirational read for any young immigrant — or person who feels unable or unworthy to be successful in life.
A must-read for sports fans, Tiga’s Tale gives Francis the attention he so rightly deserves.
So passionately written, Tiga’s Tale is a truly fantastic read.
Poignant, honest, emotional, and thoroughly detailed…Harrietha has scored a scintillating knockout!
An inspiring and gripping read…It is, in every sense of the word, a knockout!
This well-written, fast-paced story will ultimately leave you cheering for Tiga’s tremendous accomplishments both inside the ring and out
This book is so beautifully constructed and written.
A thoughtful and well-researched biography of one of Canada’s greatest fighters ever.
Tiga’s Tale offers a memorable account of one man’s stubborn pursuit of athletic excellence with enough detail and explanation to please the novice and the aficionado alike.
Paul Harrietha is an author and former board chair, CEO, and academic. He lives in Toronto.
Ras Barrington Francis is a former Canadian Featherweight Champion and a Commonwealth and WBF World Featherweight Champion. He lives in Pickering, Ontario.