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On My Own Terms

From Redfern to glory: A journey of resilience, grit and finding your voice
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Redfern grit, Rabbitohs glory, Broncos pride – Adam Reynolds breaks his silence. On My Own Terms by Adam Reynolds is a powerful memoir from a rugby league icon whose journey began in the heart of Redfern, taking him all the way to the top of the... Read More
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Redfern grit, Rabbitohs glory, Broncos pride – Adam Reynolds breaks his silence.

On My Own Terms by Adam Reynolds is a powerful memoir from a rugby league icon whose journey began in the heart of Redfern, taking him all the way to the top of the NRL. From humble beginnings, Adam grew up surrounded by community, struggle, and the relentless rhythm of footy being played on every corner.

Adam shares his rise from a working-class kid with big dreams for a football career, to becoming a premiership-winning playmaker for the South Sydney Rabbitohs, and now captain of the Brisbane Broncos, the NRL’s most supported club. He opens up like never before about the pressure of leading two of the game’s most iconic teams, the heartbreak of his controversial Rabbitohs exit, and the rollercoaster ride that followed.

For the first time, Adam reveals the personal battles behind the headlines – his family’s hidden struggles, the marital crisis that nearly broke him, and how legendary coach Wayne Bennett helped pull him back from the brink. He also sets the record straight on that infamous fight in Vegas with a teammate.

Full of raw emotion, humour and unforgettable moments, this is a story about identity, loyalty and the unbreakable bond between a player and the game that gave him everything.

With a foreword by renowned coach and bestselling author Wayne Bennett, and a new chapter highlighting the Grand Final win in 2025 over the Melbourne Storm, it’s one hell of a story about an unbelievable career.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781761820823

Publisher: Simon & Schuster Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 July 2026

Country: Australia

Imprint: Scribner Australia

Contributors:

  • Foreword by Wayne Bennett

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 153.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 304

About the Author

Adam Reynolds is the captain and star halfback for the Brisbane Broncos. A talented player, Reynolds has enjoyed an illustrious career, earning representative honours for the NRL All Stars, NSW City, the Prime Minister's XIII, and playing for New South Wales in the 2016 State of Origin series. He is also a key figure in the South Sydney Rabbitohs' history, where he captained the team to victory in the 2014 NRL Grand Final and played a pivotal role as halfback.Born and raised in Sydney’s Redfern area, Reynolds began his rugby league journey at Matraville Sports High School and played junior footy for clubs including St Peters JRLFC and Kensington United. He made his NRL debut for South Sydney in 2012, where he quickly established himself as one of the competition’s top goal-kickers.Reynolds' leadership and kicking abilities have earned him numerous accolades, and he remains one of the NRL’s most respected players, known for his resilience and dedication on and off the field.

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