A feel-good novel about a washed-up boxer's determination to never give up on himself or his dream. Donny "The Italian Stallion" DeSarno is a failing boxer with dreams of throwing a knockout. However, without the support of a trainer, he'll never return to the ring. After convincing Walter Little to work with him again, he is given another chance, but he'll have to deliver when it comes to throwing fights for the boss, Mr. Sokol. Fate has other plans, when Donny meets a ten-year-old fan who wants to train him, De Sarno finds the inspiration he needs to live up to his true potential. Cupid slings an arrow, and Donny falls head over heels for an art gallery manager; he decides to take a chance at love.. But his decision to get back in the ring will come with consequences! After instinctively winning his first fight back in the ring, he draws the ire of Walter and Mr. Sokol. Backed into a corner yet again, he must decide whether to walk away or go down swinging! Set in New York City, A Fighting Chance is an uplifting story of resilience and determination that delivers a powerful punch of optimism to adult readers of all ages.