One day we will fight again, but for now we are wolves in a cage,
waiting to be let out...
The Wolfe family has fallen on hard times. Mr. Wolfe has had an accident
at work and has been unemployed for months. Mum cleans longer and
harder, and works a night shift at the hospital. Sarah gets drunk now
and then. Older brother Steve wants to leave home, to forget about his
lunatic family. When Cameron and Ruben find they can earn fifty dollars
a win with an organized boxing racket, they take the chance. Ruben has
talent for boxing and Cameron has heart at least. They need the money,
but it's really about self-respect. Boxing will change forever the way
they see themselves.
Author Markus Zusak pens a surprisingly complex and touching story that
will linger long with readers. The language is hard-hitting, witty, and
authentic - as are the emotions and action. Fighting Ruben Wolfe is
not about boxing. It's about respect, stubborn pride, and real brotherly
love.