Format: ARC, Audiobook
Denton, Arkansas
Billy Lowe is terrorized by his mother’s abusive boyfriend. HIs family is troubled. He finds his place on the football field, but when he takes his anger out on the field, he faces suspension. His head coach, Trent Powers, know the Denton Pirates won’t make the playoffs without Billy. Trent decides if he can save Billy, he can save his soul. Trent also has an agenda, he moved to town after being fired from his previous job and this is his chance at redemption. Billy is looking for a better life, and a future involving football.
Both Billy and Trent, have something to prove. Both are moving toward something; both have a lot riding on the game and on themselves.
When Billy’s abuser is found dead in his mother’s trailer, all evidence points to Billy. The playoffs are near and so is the hunt for a killer.
This book does have Christian themes as well as being about sports, family, redemption, and courage.
When I began listening to the audiobook, I wasn’t sure if this book was for me. But I warmed up to this book fast. I love an underdog, especially one that is a little rough around the edges. Billy lives in a gritty world with toxic people. He is up against the wall but keeps moving. I also enjoy a good mystery and I have to say, I did not see the reveal coming!
He may have had 200 rejections, but Eli Canor, kept at it and this book is proof that he has a promising career ahead of him.
3.5 stars.
Thank you to RB Media, and NetGalley who provided me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. All the thoughts and opinions are my own.