
Crossing the Line
A Fearless Team of Brothers and the Sport that Changed Their Lives Forever
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Landon Woodson
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Kareem Rosser
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"Narrator Landon Woodson delivers the story perfectly, bringing out its range of emotions...Woodson offers the right inflections at the right times for the author's words - the emotional swings range from grief at the loss of a loved one to the pride Rosser feels in his accomplishments on the field." (AudioFile)
An inspiring memoir of defying the odds from Kareem Rosser, captain of the first all-Black squad to win the National Interscholastic Polo championship. "Crossing the Line will not just leave you with hope, but also ideas on how to make that hope transferable” (New York Times best-selling author Wes Moore).
Born and raised in West Philadelphia, Kareem thought he and his siblings would always be stuck in “The Bottom”, a community and neighborhood devastated by poverty and violence. Riding their bicycles through Philly’s Fairmount Park, Kareem’s brothers discover a barn full of horses. Noticing the brothers’ fascination with her misfit animals, Lezlie Hiner, founder of The Work to Ride stables, offers them their escape: an after school job in exchange for riding lessons.
What starts as an accidental discovery turns into a love for horseback riding that leads the Rossers to discovering their passion for polo. Pursuing the sport with determination and discipline, Kareem earns his place among the typically exclusive players in college, becoming part of the first all-Black national interscholastic polo championship team - all while struggling to keep his family together.
Crossing the Line: A Fearless Team of Brothers and the Sport That Changed Their Lives Forever is the story of bonds of brotherhood, family loyalty, the transformative connection between man and horse, and forging a better future that comes from overcoming impossible odds.
A Macmillan Audio production from St. Martin's Press
"A marvelous addition to the literature of inspirational sports stories." (Booklist)
"This remarkable and inspiring story shines." (Publishers Weekly)
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- ELLIOTT GLOVER
- 08-19-21
Nothing short of inspirational
This book is absolutely amazing. Such and amazing story of overcoming every obstacle placed in front of someone. Kareem, if you read these reviews, I am such a fan. The prose are so well written and I felt like I was there with you throughout. thank you for sharing your story.
The reading performance was amazing. I cried, I laughed and experienced the roller coaster that was intended. I highly recommend this book.
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- Kake
- 02-03-25
Inspirational
A book about adversity, family, trauma and success. Reading Kareem’s story has given me a new found respect and admiration for him. Through all the trials he’s endured he’s still managed to create a positive and successful life for himself. Against the odds.
This is a must read.
Can’t wait for his next book!
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- Nana Mary Fran
- 04-14-21
Loved this story
Kareem Rosser’s memoir is inspirational, honest and moving. Those who love horse, sports, and want an honest picture of what inner city kids face, this story is for you.
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- Anonymous User
- 05-01-21
A necessary read for any horse lover
This book is a fantastically written account of one of the most important stories for the sport of polo! Whether you know anything about the sport or not, it engrosses the listener and makes anyone fall in love with the sport and the work to ride program. Kareem is a testament of the life changing power of horses.
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- Ashley
- 12-26-22
Inspiring true story
Thank you for sharing your story! I am so sorry for all the losses you endured. What an incredible journey of overcoming so many barriers in life. Listening to your perspective shift from the beginning of the book to the end felt almost like it was too personal to watch. I thoroughly enjoyed listening and learning a new perspective of life.
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- 03-15-25
It’s a very uplifting story!
I really enjoyed listening to this book on Audible because you could feel the emotion and hear the emotion of what the main character was going through. It was very eye-opening.
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- Jill S.
- 09-17-21
Must Read!
Wonderful story and a must read! Leslie and Work to Ride deserve our support and admiration.
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- Marybeth
- 05-03-21
ONE OF MY ABSOLUTE FAVORITES!
This is one of the absolute best books I have read/listen to in a long time. Kareem tells a fantastic story that makes you feel like you’re part of it all!
It takes something special to tell your story at the age of 27 the way he did.
Perseverance, determination, and a make it or break it mentality!
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- Caroline
- 07-29-22
Horses!
What a great story! Kareem Rosser tells a great story especially if you love horses. I cried when Leslie sent him a treat! Congratulations, kareem and thank you Leslie.
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- Niki Gladys
- 07-15-23
Excellent.
An inspiring and heartwarming; sometimes heart-breaking story. It’s eye-opening, honest and definitely worth your time.
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