This is the old trailer for a proposed documentary about the Move To Fire story; at the time it was called Showdown. Great overview for the book, frankly.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5gQn740ZvpU
Monthly Archives: July 2016
When the mayor met the kid
Brandon has met more than a few admirers over the years. Here, he and attorney Richard Ruggieri talk with then SF mayor, now Calif Lt. Gov. Gavin Newsom (who is now running for governor) at 2005 event honoring Brandon (photo courtesy Greg Habiby).
Newest Amazon review
I’m grateful for all of these.
Thanks so much Martha Seuss: “I could not put this book down! This is an amazing story of perseverance. It leads you down a series of paths through the court system, depositions, and the heart wrenching true tale of Brandon Maxfield’s story of being on the wrong end of a defective Saturday Night Special. It was intriguing, emotional, and educational. I loved it!”
Publishers Weekly starred review
Here’s the Publishers Weekly starred review, which included this: “Harkins crafts a taut legal drama reminiscent of Jonathan Harr’s A Civil Action…” It also displays the first version’s white cover, so if you’re checking it out don’t be confused, it’s the same book (click here for the complete review)
Updating the site…
About to attempt some tweaks and changes to the site, bring it up-to-date, so it at least matches the Facebook page — Facebook.com/movetofire
They’ll be several additions here over the next couple of days, including more book excerpts and news.