About the author(s)

Robert Lipsyte is the author of twelve acclaimed novels for young adults and is the recipient of the Margaret A. Edwards Award honoring his lifetime contribution to the genre. His debut YA novel, The Contender, has sold more than one million copies. He was an award-winning sportswriter for the New York Times and the Emmy-winning host of the nightly public affairs show The Eleventh Hour. He lives on Shelter Island, New York, with his wife, Lois, and his dog, Apollo.

Reviews

“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