First published 2008
Gloucester, Massachusetts. As the once-thriving fishing industry fades, the O'Malley clan clings to their last hope: the annual Greasy Pole competition. But when a corporate tycoon threatens to buy up the town, the O'Malleys must fight to preserve their way of life. With their pride and legacy on the line, they'll risk it all in a climactic showdown on the treacherous Greasy Pole. In the end, this family's fierce determination to protect their beloved community becomes a poignant testament to the enduring power of tradition.
Genres: fiction, 20th-century, american, 21st-century
Vibes: atmospheric, emotional, thought-provoking
Tropes: found-family, underdog
Setting: Gloucester, Massachusetts
Period: 20th-Century, 21st-Century
320 pages · Paperback · Chatto Bodley Head & Cape