About This Book
Frank Lido Jr. is back at bat in this wonderfully entertaining and long-awaited sequel to Shortstop, Where Grace and Power Collide!, a powerhouse novel that looks at baseball on both coasts. The story introduces Frank as both a champion baseball player and a family man, as he works his way up the ranks in major league baseball with the Boston Red Sox organization.Frank is the captain of his team. It's undeniable that his love for both the game and his family produces the work ethic and responsibility that bring him along a more mature path to being a team hero.At age 26, Frank believes in giving back, as well as winning baseball games. But before he can do that, he goes through the pain of rejection, making the tough yet honorable decisions that cause him to care beyond his batting average or fielding percentage.Discover the ties that bind in baseball, which includes friends, family, fans, and teammates. Go Sox!(About the Author)Mike Maloni's previous five novels with Strategic Book Publishing include: Shortstop: Where Grace and Power Collide!Owl Nation: A Soccer StoryDefenseman: A Hockey Player's StoryPenn State BlueOlympic Gold: The Drive for FiveThe author resides in Wilbraham, Massachusetts. He attended Keene State College in 1987-1988, before transferring to Northeastern University and Boston University. He has overcome the debilitating effects of mental illness to write his books. A fan of many sports, he also loves music, photography, and writing. My next book will be about the Springfield Thunderbirds, our American Hockey League team.
