First published 2018
Lu struts onto the track wearing his signature gold chains and diamond earrings. Born with albinism, he refuses to let anything dim his shine or shake his confidence as cocaptain of the Defenders. Lu has the swagger and speed to back up his attitude, and he knows it. He plans to lead Ghost, Patina, Sunny, and the rest of his teammates straight to victory at the championships. But obstacles start appearing in his path, both on the track and off. The hurdles demand more than just his athletic ability. Lu discovers that crossing the finish line first might not define what it really means to win gold. As the final race approaches, he must decide whether his ego matters more than his connections with his teammates. The last book in Jason Reynolds' Track series puts Lu's leadership and heart to the ultimate test.
Genres: fiction, african-american, contemporary, sports, young-adult, 21st-century
Vibes: emotional, fast-paced, thought-provoking
Tropes: found-family, sports
224 pages · Hardcover · Atheneum/Caitlyn Dlouhy Books