Double Play by Robert B. Parker
Set against the backdrop of post-World War II America, this gripping narrative follows Joseph Burke, a war veteran turned bodyguard, who is hired to protect the legendary baseball player Jackie Robinson as he breaks the color barrier in Major League Baseball. As Burke navigates the challenges of his own haunted past, he becomes embroiled in the racial tensions and societal upheavals of the era. The story intricately weaves themes of courage, redemption, and the relentless pursuit of justice, capturing the essence of a pivotal moment in American history.
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- Published
- 2004
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- American
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- Pages
- 320-350
- Original Language
- English
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