Way of the Warrior Kid

by Jocko Willink

First published 2017

Fifth grade is hell for Marc. He's terrible at gym, math, and swimming - and the class bully, Kenny, makes his life miserable. But when Marc's badass Navy SEAL uncle Jake shows up for the summer, everything changes. Uncle Jake has a plan to transform the scrawny, struggling kid into a warrior. With discipline, fitness, and tough love, Jake teaches Marc the mental and physical skills to stand up to Kenny and take control of his life. As Marc grows stronger and more confident, he must put his newfound abilities to the test in an epic showdown that will determine his future.

Genres: fiction, family, adventure, coming-of-age, action

Vibes: emotional, fast-paced, thought-provoking

Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, fish-out-of-water, found-family

192 pages · Hardcover · Feiwel & Friends

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