First published 2024
Chuck Bell dribbles down the court, years before Josh and Jordan will follow in his footsteps. This young man who will one day father two basketball prodigies is still finding his own rhythm. He practices his shots and perfects his moves while jazz music fills his world with its complex melodies and improvised beats. Chuck navigates the challenges of growing up, discovering how sports and music will shape the man he becomes. The court teaches him discipline and teamwork. Jazz shows him creativity and soul. These twin passions will define not only his own life but also influence the sons he will raise. Chuck must learn to balance his dreams with reality, his individual talents with his responsibilities to others. This is the story of how a young athlete becomes the father and role model that Josh and Jordan Bell will admire. Chuck's journey reveals the roots of a family legacy built on basketball excellence and musical appreciation.
Genres: family-life, coming-of-age, sports, basketball
Vibes: emotional, intimate, lyrical
Tropes: family-drama, sports
416 pages · Paperback · Clarion Books