It only
takes one mistake. One mistake and a
gang of ruthless men are after Alfred Brooks.
He risks it all to become a fighter.
He jeopardizes his boxing career to fight for a better life. The Contender, by Robert Lipsyte, is
the story of Alfred becoming a fighter.
But it’s also the story of the street, drug addictions, and the pursuit
of happiness for a brighter future. Learning to box was the way Alfred was
going to do so. Without a doubt, none of
this would be able to happen without Alfred’s trainer, Mr. Donatelli.
If anybody out there wants a book that’ll keep
you on your toes, this book is for you.
Honestly, I don’t like reading books that much. As soon as I started reading this book, my
thoughts changed. I never knew what it
was like, not being able to put a book down, until I stumbled upon this one. More surprisingly, it made me think, which
isn’t ordinary for me either. I believe
that Alfred deserves a better life and that he should face his fears as a
fighter. Only then will he be the
contender that he wants to be… Or will he?
Danny Fraley
Miss Heater
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