Chris M
Really liked this one overall. CC Black’s writing has definitely improved. It's way smoother, more confident, and the characters feel more alive than in his earlier work. The pacing is quick, the dialogue flows, and it’s easy to get pulled in.
That said, the short story format does show its limits. One moment that really stood out was when the characters hung out Friday night and made plans to meet Saturday morning. But then… nothing. The meetup never happens, and the author doesn’t explain why. For me, that felt like a missed opportunity. It could’ve added more depth or tension, but instead it just sort of disappears. It left me wondering if something got cut or if it was meant to be left hanging.
Even with that frustration, the story still works. Black manages to pack in the thrill of the game and the personal side of the players, which kept me engaged. And honestly, it’s exciting to see how much his writing has grown. Quick, heartfelt, and worth checking out if you’re into sports stories. Even if you’ll wish a few threads had been tied up tighter.
Really liked this one overall. CC Black’s writing has definitely improved. It's way smoother, more confident, and the characters feel more alive than in his earlier work. The pacing is quick, the dialogue flows, and it’s easy to get pulled in.
That said, the short story format does show its limits. One moment that really stood out was when the characters hung out Friday night and made plans to meet Saturday morning. But then… nothing. The meetup never happens, and the author doesn’t explain why. For me, that felt like a missed opportunity. It could’ve added more depth or tension, but instead it just sort of disappears. It left me wondering if something got cut or if it was meant to be left hanging.
Even with that frustration, the story still works. Black manages to pack in the thrill of the game and the personal side of the players, which kept me engaged. And honestly, it’s exciting to see how much his writing has grown. Quick, heartfelt, and worth checking out if you’re into sports stories. Even if you’ll wish a few threads had been tied up tighter.