boston marathon

When two bombs exploded at the densely crowded finish line of the Boston Marathon on April 15, 2013, the world watched in shock as the story unfolded. First came the death toll and life-altering injuries. Then, the identification of the suspects and the manhunt that brought Boston to a standstill. This book is the tale of that long week that brought justice to a city reeling from the betrayal of two murderous brothers whose family was in America to find a better life.

Presents highlights in the history of the Boston Marathon, an event that has been held annually since 1897.

Takes a look at the facts and philosophy of racing, and tells the stories of the rivalries, subplots, and behind-the-scenes intrigues that drive racers to train and race in the Boston Marathon.