Ankle Breaker
Ankle Breaker by Margaret Jane Brown, published by Redemption Press on February 14, 2023, is a work of fiction that intertwines elements of mystery and sports. This 202-page book recounts the journey of Marty Brown, who once coached a struggling basketball team of inner-city sixth graders. As they transformed from novices to competitors in the Nor-Cal Championship Tournament, a cold murder case resurfaces, reigniting memories of that pivotal season.
Readers will find a narrative that explores themes of hard work, determination, and friendship, as well as the relentless pursuit of justice by Detective Pete Willover, who has been investigating the murder for twenty-six years. The story highlights the impact of teamwork and advances in DNA technology, culminating in a shared resolution. Through the lens of both the coach and the detective, the book illustrates how faith and perseverance can lead to unexpected victories and meaningful connections, even in the face of life’s challenges.
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Back in college, Marty Brown coached a ragtag basketball team of inner-city sixth graders, who went from barely able to dribble a ball to earning a spot in the Nor-Cal Championship Tournament. But the joyful memory of that winning season is overshadowed by the dark reality of a murder case gone cold-until a familiar face appears on TV and dredges up memories of a season Marty will never forget.
“I was on this case from the day it happened.” The caption on the screen identified the man speaking as Detective Pete Willover. “We had a good idea who did it, but we couldn’t prove it. We wouldn’t be able to prove it . . . not for twenty-six years.”
Ankle Breaker is based on the true story of two dedicated men. The coach teaches his players about hard work, determination, friendship, and God’s love, while the detective doggedly investigates and solves a decades-old murder. Through the power of teamwork and the advancements in DNA technology, both stories careen toward a shared conclusion. Bolstered by God’s grace in a world that is often cruel and unpredictable, a group of kids who could have given up on life before they even got started discover surprising victories, uncommon friendships, and help with navigating challenges in their young lives.
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