A futuristic, tension-filled sports drama…
Blossom’s latest novel delivers a sharp, futuristic take on football, exploring the clash between tradition and innovation with gripping intensity. Dude McPherson, a rising 9th-grade wide receiver, finds his dreams crushed by his father’s crusade to ban the sport. Alienated and stuck in the school’s Tech Lab, Dude joins forces with a group of teenage tech wizards, sparking a revolution that could change sports forever.
Blossom’s sharp prose blends vivid football action with the emotional heft of a father-son battle. The tension between Dude’s internal struggle and his father’s fight against football drives the narrative, creating a gripping generational clash over safety and tradition. The novel’s pacing is swift, alternating between high-octane action and quieter moments of reflection, giving the story emotional depth and intellectual weight. The near-future setting, where virtual reality and advanced tech redefine sports, deepens the stakes. Blossom seamlessly incorporates futuristic elements—virtual games, innovative training—that not only raise questions about the future of sports but challenge the very nature of teamwork in an increasingly tech-driven world. He uses Dude’s story to underscore the delicate balance between tradition and innovation, particularly in the context of football. Through his narrative, he explores the tension between society’s deep-rooted love for contact sports and growing concerns over safety and health. By weaving in the potential of technology to enhance the game rather than erase it, the book invites readers to reflect on the future of sports, the role of technology, and the enduring values of teamwork. At its core, the novel celebrates perseverance, personal growth, and the profound impact sports have on shaping identity and community.
A richly imagined and powerful exploration of generational conflict and the evolution of human connection in a world on the brink of technological change.
Pub date July 9, 2023
ISBN 979-8395486493
Price $19.99 (USD) Hardover, $12.99 Paperback, $4.99 Kindle edition
