Synopsis
Describes the lives and careers of the two African American sisters who have had sensational success in the world of professional tennis.
Tina Dybvik - Children's Literature
Money talks in this inspiring book about tennis and sibling rivalry. From the moment Richard Williams sees a tennis match with a $30,000 prize, his daughters' future is on the courts. The sisters are two of the highest paid athletes of all time, but it is partly due to product endorsements, which the book details. There is also a strong emphasis on education. In elementary school, the girls' academic success must come before practice. They stop competing on the junior circuit to focus on academics and attend tennis academy. After turning pro, they dominate the Women's Tennis Association with enough success for both to share. Sibling rivalry is mostly a media event. Serena idolizes her big sister Venus even as she surpasses her in Grand Slam titles. A helpful timeline shows their careers at a glance. Tennis jargon appears in bold, and a glossary and index are included. This book is one of six in the "Awesome Athletes Series III." 2004, ABDO Publishing, Ages 9 to 12.
Editorials
Children's Literature
Money talks in this inspiring book about tennis and sibling rivalry. From the moment Richard Williams sees a tennis match with a $30,000 prize, his daughters' future is on the courts. The sisters are two of the highest paid athletes of all time, but it is partly due to product endorsements, which the book details. There is also a strong emphasis on education. In elementary school, the girls' academic success must come before practice. They stop competing on the junior circuit to focus on academics and attend tennis academy. After turning pro, they dominate the Women's Tennis Association with enough success for both to share. Sibling rivalry is mostly a media event. Serena idolizes her big sister Venus even as she surpasses her in Grand Slam titles. A helpful timeline shows their careers at a glance. Tennis jargon appears in bold, and a glossary and index are included. This book is one of six in the "Awesome Athletes Series III." 2004, ABDO Publishing, Ages 9 to 12.— Tina Dybvik