Calico Joe A Novel
Calico Joe A Novel by John Grisham is a reprint edition published by JG Publishing on March 26, 2013. This 208-page book is written in English and presents a narrative set in the summer of 1973, focusing on the life of Joe Castle, a remarkable rookie baseball player whose talent captivates fans across America. The story intertwines the lives of Joe and Paul Tracey, the son of a New York Mets pitcher, as they navigate the complexities of admiration and familial relationships against the backdrop of the sport.
Readers will find a tale that explores themes of fathers and sons, forgiveness, and redemption, all while delving into the world of baseball. The narrative captures the excitement of Joe’s rise to fame and the pivotal moment when his path intersects with that of Warren Tracey, leading to a life-altering event. With elements of fiction, sports, and suspense, this novel offers a multifaceted look at the impact of a single moment in time on the lives of those involved.
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#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • From America’s favorite storyteller comes a moving novel of fathers and sons, forgiveness and redemption, hailed as “an enjoyable, heartwarming read that’s not just for baseball fans” (USA Today).
“Grisham knocks it out of the park.”—The Washington Post
It’s the summer of 1973, and Joe Castle is the boy wonder of baseball, the greatest rookie anyone has ever seen. The kid from Calico Rock, Arkansas, dazzles Chicago Cubs fans as he hits home run after home run, politely tipping his hat to the crowd as he shatters all rookie records.
Calico Joe quickly becomes the idol of every baseball fan in America, including Paul Tracey, the young son of a hard-partying and hard-throwing New York Mets pitcher. On the day that Warren Tracey finally faces Calico Joe, Paul is in the stands, rooting for his idol but also for his dad.
Then Warren throws a fastball that will change their lives forever.
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