Description: Readers follow the story of Santa Rosa's Thunder, a former rag-tag team of girls who--through the discipline and determination of their coach--went on to become champions in soccer and in life. The author weaves in moving insights into the psychology of adolescent girls.
Brief description: Jonathan Littman is the author of three previous books, including The Fugitive Game and The Watchman, and his articles have appeared in the Los Angeles Times Magazine, Forbes, the San Francisco Chronicle, and other publications. A former college soccer player (on Berkeley's nationally ranked NCAA playoff sqaud), he is the father of two young daughters. He lives in the Bay Area.
Review Quotes: "REQUIRED READING! You'll cheer for the girls...and may even shed a tear. Best of all, you'll have found a new set of teammates without breaking a sweat." -- "Sports Illustrated for Women"This is a season inside, an honest look at a girls elite soccer team...worth reading whether you are a soccer player, a soccer parent, or both." -- "Los Angeles Times"A well-balanced journey that celebrates sports, girlhood, and determination." --"San Francisco Examiner"This is a story that should be passed along, girl to girl, mother to mother, dad to dad." --"USA TODAY.com"An exciting book, filled with team spirit, similar to IN THESE GIRLS HOPE IS A MUSCLE." --"Booklist"Well-written, readable...This find book deserves wide readership among both young female athletes and their parents." --"Library Journal