I have read all of the Stupid Boy and Better Man books.
I think today's update November 3rd 2022, is one of the best.
It portrays a number of gifted individuals, determined to succeed, and learning from each other how to become better.
What I like about these stories is that no matter how accomplished any character is, they can and do make mistakes. The more clever characters continue to Learn.
I enjoy multiple aspects of these stories. Improbable? Yes. I can't think of any one person who has done all that; certainly not in High School and College.
NFL Quarterbacks Tom Brady, John Elway, and perhaps Russell Wilson and Warren Moon have displayed aspects of the MC.
Steve Largent, an NFL Wide Receiver, Congressman, entrepreneur, and philanthropist, also has aspects (and may be where the character is going).
Pat Tillman, if he had lived, might have done some of the things the Better Man might.
What I find realistic about these stories is how and why individuals succeed.
HARD WORK!
That is what is often depicted in this series.
Not all of the characters are as gifted. They do achieve more than they might because they become more determined to work harder and improve.
I found this to often be true in the USA Armed Forces. Improving oneself by working Smarter and Harder, often resulting in success!
I know men bigger, tougher, faster, smarter, etc. than myself, Quit! I achieved things they did not, because I persevered!
Today's update of a Better Man provides some more examples of characters striving to be better.
Most of us won't have fantastical success. However, we could Achieve More, if we continue to Learn and Strive!
I have become a better writer because of things I have learned from folks on SOL!