Scholastic
From the writing team of Ian Wright and Musa Okwonga.
Inspired by the story of the superstar striker, Ian Wright.
Co-winner of The Children's Sports Book of the Year 2022
"A thrilling book ... an uplifting story about triumph against all odds ... You don't have to be a football fan to love it!" David Walliams
"I devoured it … moving, thrilling, disturbing, triumphant and inspiring ... a wonderful achievement." Stephen Fry
Thirteen-year-old Jerome Jackson dreams of becoming a world-class footballer.
But with a difficult home life, Jerome can't see how he'll ever make this dream come true ... until he meets a mentor figure who can hopefully put him on the right track.
"The best strikers aren't the most skilful ones. They are the ones who never give up."