First published 1991
The peloton stretches ahead as another season begins. Our protagonist faces the demanding calendar of professional cycling, from spring classics through summer tours to autumn's final races. Each month brings new terrain, weather, and rivals. Training camps give way to race days where split-second decisions determine victory or defeat. The cyclist must balance physical preparation with mental fortitude as the year unfolds. Teammates become allies and competitors in equal measure. Weather turns from friend to enemy and back again. The rhythm of competition creates its own momentum, carrying riders through triumph and disappointment alike. This story captures the relentless cycle of preparation, competition, and recovery that defines a cyclist's year, revealing how the sport shapes both body and spirit through twelve months of pursuit.
Genres: sports, sports-romance, cycling, bicycles
Vibes: emotional, fast-paced, thought-provoking
Tropes: found-family, rivals-to-lovers
160 pages · Hardcover · Springfield Books