Roy of the Rovers: Going Up

Going Up is the third book in the Roy of the Rovers Graphic Novel series, written by Rob Williams. After a tumultuous season, Melchester Rovers have turned their fortunes around and promotion is within reach, but going up isn't a foregone conclusion. Superstar striker Roy Race will miss the play-offs after receiving a controversial red card, and Melchester's unscrupulous owner Barry 'Meat Cleaver' has plans that could spell the end for the club. The exciting, action-packed finale to Roy's thrilling first season of professional football is here!

Format: Hardback
Length: 56 pages
Publication date: 28 June 2019
Publisher: Rebellion

The third installment of the thrilling Roy of the Rovers Graphic Novel series, "Going Up," continues the football-centric adventures of Roy Race and his Melchester Rovers team. Written by award-winning comics writer Rob Williams, this exciting series is a part of the first season and follows the team's journey after a tumultuous season. Despite their newfound success and promotion within reach, the road to going up is not an easy one, and a crisis looms large over Melchester Rovers.

Superstar striker Roy Race will miss the play-offs after receiving a controversial red card, adding an extra layer of suspense to the storyline. However, things take a turn for the worse when Melchester's unscrupulous owner, Barry "Meat Cleaver," reveals his plans to dismantle the club. The thrilling and action-packed finale to Roy's thrilling first season of professional football is here, and fans are in for a treat.

Praise for the Roy of the Rovers series has been pouring in, with Match of the Day Magazine describing it as "EPIC!" and highlighting the series' focus on heart, values, and family. Jim Sells, Programme manager for Sport & Literacy at the National Literacy Trust, also praised the books, stating that they are compelling, engaging, and a lot of fun. Parents have also enjoyed reading the series with their children, with one reviewer on GoodReads noting that their 7-year-old football mad son really enjoyed it and left them wanting to read the next one in the series.

In conclusion, "Going Up" is a must-read for football fans and anyone who enjoys thrilling and action-packed stories. With its engaging characters, compelling plot, and heartwarming themes, this series is sure to leave readers eagerly anticipating the next installment. So, lace up your boots and get ready to experience the excitement of professional football like never before!

Weight: 438g
Dimension: 194 x 267 x 14 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781781086735