In his sequel to , Eric Walters brings exciting new characters to life, with the urban jungle of Los Angeles as their backdrop. It's the ultimate clash of cultures when Nebala, a Maasai warrior, leaves behind Kenya and, with two fellow Maasai, and crosses the world to compete in a marathon in the most famous zip code in the world: Beverly Hills, California. Reunited with their friend Alexandria, now their guide to strange, new surroundings, the trio are confronted with life in fast-paced, extravagant Beverly Hills, and customs and attitudes the Maasai find by turns baffling and amusing. is another heartwarming, fast-paced, and thought-provoking novel from one of Canada's most popular young adult writers.