Fever Pitch

Book • 1983

Fever Pitch is a romantic novel by Sarah Holland, published in 1983 as part of the Harlequin Presents series.

It is one of her early works, reflecting her style in contemporary romance.

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Recommended by

Venkat Ananth

for its exploration of a fan's deep connection with their club.

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Gary Lineker

while discussing English football in the 70s and 80s.

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Frank Skinner

when recalling a woman mischaracterizing it as a novel, leading him to end the relationship.

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Oliver Jones

in the context of finding joy in watching a struggling sports team.

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Jason Palmer

to illustrate the surprising joy found in supporting a losing team.

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Dylan Jones

in relation to the changing appreciation of football in the UK during the 1990s.

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