Fence: Striking Distance is a beautiful book by Sarah Rees Brennan, Johanna the Mad, C. S. Pacat.
Sixteen-year-old Nicholas Cox is the bastard son of a retired fencing champion. The dreamer has the training he can never afford. After earning a spot on the elite Kings Row fencing team, Nicholas must prove himself to his rival, Seiji Katayma, and navigate the clashes, friendships, and relationships between his teammates. himself on his way to the state championship.
Nicholas might finally have a chance to fight his half-brother with the golden boy. Coach Williams decided to capitalize on the boys’ morale following their recent win and assign them a course of team-building exercises to deepen the bond. There’s a theft scandal, a few moonlit forest walks, a couple of fun dates, and a lot of introspection for the group to realize that they’re stronger together than ever.
This gripping novel by Sarah Rees Brennan, rich with the usual variety and uncanny self-discovery, explores the never-before-seen-before drama inspired by the critically acclaimed Fence comic book series. by C.S. Pacat appreciates and is proud.
