In "Dirt Circus League" by Maree Kimberley, the story follows an unconventional ensemble of characters drawn together by their passion for an underground racing circuit. Set in a gritty, vibrant landscape, the novel explores themes of friendship, rivalry, and self-discovery as the protagonists navigate the thrills and dangers of their extreme sport. Each character grapples with personal demons and aspirations while forming bonds that challenge their preconceived notions of loyalty and ambition. The visceral excitement of the races is matched by rich emotional depth, making for a compelling narrative that captures both the adrenaline of competition and the complexities of human connections. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is the winner of numerous awards

This book has been graded for interest at 14 years.

There are 304 pages in this book.

It is aimed at Young Adult readers. The term Young Adult (YA) is used for books which have the following characteristics: (1) aimed at ages 12-18 years, US grades 7-12, UK school years 8-15, (2) around 50-75k words long, (3) main character is aged 12-18 years, (4) topics include self-reflection, internal conflict vs external, analyzing life and its meaning, (5) point of view is often in the first person, and (6) swearing, violence, romance and sexuality are allowed.

This book was published in 2021 by Text Publishing .