“This will appeal to fans of sports novels and all enthusiasts of good writing regardless of genre. The long wait has been worth it.” - Kirkus Reviews
“Lipsyte’s combination of gritty emotional realism and vivid descriptions of boxing action makes this fast-paced story a gripping read.” - ALA Booklist
“Lipsyte cannily teases the action along. Readers will be rapt at ringside ’til the decision is called.” - Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books
“In this conclusion to his boxing saga…Lipsyte demonstrates his sportswriter’s gift of muscular prose and vivid details.” - Kirkus Reviews
