Going the Distance

This middle grade novel introduces Danny Monroe, a seemingly perfect all-American boy who excels at basketball. Having moved frequently with his Marine father, Danny has learned to blend in, but his carefully constructed facade is challenged by his undeniable attraction to other boys. The story explores Danny's internal conflict as he tries to reconcile his identity as a jock with his burgeoning sexuality, fearing that revealing his true self will cost him the sport he loves and his place in the 'in-crowd.' It's a poignant tale about self-discovery, courage, and the difficult choices young people face when their authentic selves clash with societal expectations.

"Library Edition" "Fadeaway: Book One " "From the Tales from Foster High Universe " Looking like the perfect all-American boy tall, handsome, and athletic makes it easy for Danny Monroe to blend in with the in-crowd of a new high school. It s a trick he picked up moving with his father from one Marine base to the next. When you aren t going to be around long, it s better to give people what they want. And what they want are his quick hands and fast feet on the basketball court. On court, he can be himself and ignore certain strange developing urges. Everyone knows you can t like boys and be a jock, but for Danny his growing attraction is becoming overwhelming. At the thought of losing the only thing that matters, Danny starts to panic and realizes he has a choice to make: happiness or basketball. "