Description
In the heart of a rapidly transforming China, a young American tennis prodigy finds himself immersed in the intense world of elite athletic training. Fourteen-year-old Chase Robertson, grappling with personal loss, navigates the paradoxical landscape of a nation balancing communist ideals with burgeoning capitalism. As he joins the Beijing National Junior Tennis Team, he witnesses firsthand the extreme dedication and ruthless competition demanded of gifted children, where success often comes at a steep price. Amidst this high-stakes environment, Chase forms a deep bond with a Chinese teammate, a friendship that will soon be tested by secrets and a moral quandary that forces him to confront the true meaning of loyalty and integrity.
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paperback
Harper Perennial
Published Apr 19, 2016
ISBN: 9780062411914
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Details
First Published
2016
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Beautiful Country by J.R. Thornton.