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A foot over the line
Paperback
Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Jul 13 2025
Pages: 240
Weight: 0.72
Height: 0.51 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
THE SPORTS THRILLER YOU NEVER SAW COMING
What happens when passion for a sport becomes a deadly obsession?
Three things Gerry Vanelli thought he knew about pickleball:
- It's a sport for decent people.
- The worst enemies are the net and the perforated ball.
- Fair play always comes first.
He was wrong on all three counts.
He and his Heavy Dinkers team had one dream: to win the prestigious Memorial Ferruccio Corona pickleball tournament again. They never imagined it would turn into their worst nightmare.
Because in pickleball, as in life, some lines should never be crossed.
When equipment vendor Michele gets mowed down by a hit-and-run driver, private investigator Gerry Vanelli knows it's no accident. His instincts prove right when his teammates start falling victim to a series of mishaps. Someone wants the Heavy Dinkers out of the game permanently.
As the Memorial tournament approaches, Gerry must use all his investigative skills to unmask a predator hiding in plain sight within the seemingly innocent world of pickleball. The stakes rise with each match, and the saboteur grows bolder and more dangerous.
Memorable characters, brilliant dialogue, and hilarious situations alternate with moments of pure suspense in this story set against the backdrop of Italy's rapidly growing pickleball scene that masterfully blends thriller, mystery, and humor.
A Foot Over the Line is a journey into the sport you didn't know you wanted, with an intriguing mystery you never expected to find.Perfect for fans of international sports fiction, cozy mysteries, and anyone who loves a thriller with heart, humor, and a touch of Mediterranean charm.
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