Publisher's Synopsis
Growing up in Idaho, on the edge of the most rugged country on the planet, turns boys into men. Steve Hanks learned what it takes to be a man, and he did it on his own terms. But growing up in a land with so many harsh realities, a boy has to learn by trial and error, often relying only on his fists and wit. The 1960's and 70's were tough decades for the younger generation. So many conflicting choices led to confusion, trial, and error. But Steve was determined to make the most of his youth and live up to the expectations of family tradition. Would it be enough to win the love of his life?