In 1970s New York City, a determined female boxer defies societal norms to compete in a male-dominated tournament, with the support of a rebellious punk rock musician, but her victory is called into question when a scandal emerges, forcing her to fight for recognition and legitimacy in the boxing world.
Protagonist: A determined female boxer who defies societal norms to pursue her passion for sports in the male-dominated 1970s New York City; Deuteragonist: A rebellious punk rock musician who becomes the protagonist's unexpected source of inspiration and support as she fights for recognition in the boxing world.
The protagonist faces discrimination and backlash from the boxing community as she fights for the opportunity to compete in a male-dominated tournament, leading to a pivotal moment of self-discovery and determination to prove herself.
In the climax of the story, the protagonist finally gets her chance to compete in the tournament and faces off against the reigning male champion. With the support of the punk rock musician and her unwavering determination, she shocks the boxing world by emerging victorious, proving that she is more than capable of holding her own in the male-dominated sport. The novel ends with the protagonist being celebrated as a trailblazer for women in sports, inspiring a new generation of female athletes.
Twist: Just as the protagonist is basking in her victory, a scandal emerges revealing that the reigning male champion threw the fight, causing the protagonist's hard-earned triumph to be called into question. Now she must fight not only for recognition in the boxing world but also to prove her victory was legitimate.