Michael Chiesa was never supposed to make it. No golden gloves. No big-name gym. Just a raw fighter from Spokane with grit in his blood and a chip on his shoulder.Fighter by Fire: Maverick Mentality tells the uncompromising story of a man who turned heartbreak into horsepower and setbacks into fuel. From battling personal tragedy on the national stage to clawing his way up the UFC ranks, Chiesa has built a career not on hype, but on heart.This book dives into the brutal honesty of what it takes to survive mentally, physically, emotionally inside and outside the Octagon. With unfiltered insights, untold stories, and the mindset of a true maverick, Chiesa opens up about his journey, his demons, and the fire that keeps him fighting.Raw. Relentless. Real. This is not just a fighter’s tale. It’s a blueprint for anyone who’s ever been told “you can’t”and chose to swing anyway.