Shay Savage - Offside

Offside: A Story of Ambition and Hidden Truths

Thomas Malone is a high school soccer star. He's fast, strong, and incredibly talented. With major league scouts watching his every move, his future seems destined for greatness. He's the captain of his team, and his teammates are fiercely loyal. The girls all swoon over him, and his social life is a whirlwind of parties and attention. But behind the confident facade, Thomas hides a dark secret: his demanding father, who expects nothing less than perfection. Thomas knows he must excel in soccer to earn his father's approval and escape his wrath.

One day, a new girl arrives at school, and Thomas, true to his nature, sets his sights on conquering her. But this girl is different. She's intelligent, independent, and doesn't easily succumb to his charm. He's determined to break down her walls, but she resists his advances, refusing to reveal her name. Her enigmatic nature intrigues him, and he can't help but feel a connection he doesn't understand.

As his obsession with the mysterious girl grows, Thomas' focus on soccer begins to waver. His father notices, and his pressure intensifies. Torn between his pursuit of greatness and the allure of an unknown connection, Thomas struggles to maintain his carefully constructed world. He's a walking contradiction, a young man who quotes Shakespeare while clinging to a relentless drive for success.

Will Thomas find a way to balance his ambitions with the burgeoning feelings he can't ignore? Or will his relentless pursuit of greatness leave him isolated and alone, trapped in the shadow of his father's expectations?

**Offside** is a compelling coming-of-age story that explores the complexities of ambition, love, and the pressure to live up to unrealistic expectations. Shay Savage masterfully weaves a tale of a young man grappling with his identity, finding strength in unexpected places.

Wydawnictwo	CreateSpace
data wydania	9 sierpnia 2014
ISBN	1500737887
liczba stron	494
kategoria	literatura współczesna
język	angielski