Fast Enough

By Joel Christian Gill

A girl defies limits, proving she's faster than anyone imagined, on a journey that breaks barriers.

3.7/5 Goodreads · 234 ratings

40 pages

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Bookroo's summary

Young Bessie dreams of racing with the boys, but they doubt her speed. When she finally gets her chance, she not only matches them but surpasses their expectations. This tale of Bessie Stringfield blends her childhood dreams with her historic achievements as the first African-American woman to solo motorcycle across the U.S. in the 1930s and '40s. Her story is a testament to courage and adventure, challenging societal norms and inspiring anyone who's ever been told they're not enough. Will Bessie’s daring spirit change the world’s perception of what she can achieve?

From the publisher

“A playful introduction to Bessie’s exciting, triumphant, and unforgettable story.” – Kirkus Have you ever been told that you’re not enough? That you’re not strong enough, tall enough, fast enough? Bessie was told she was not enough. Bessie dreams of riding her bike with the boys after school, but they tell her she is not fast enough. When she finally gets a chance to race, she proves not only that she is fast enough, but she is faster. Fast Enough combines an imagined story of Bessie Stringfield as a young girl with historical facts about Bessie as an adult. Bessie Stringfield went on to become the first African-American woman to travel solo across the United States on a motorcycle. Not only was she fast, but she was a true adventurer, daring to ride to places unsafe for African Americans in the 1930s and ‘40s. Fast Enough is an inspirational story for anyone who’s been told they are not enough.

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