The Slip
Kirkus Prize (Fiction) · 2025 · Winner
Award History
| Award | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Kirkus Prize (Fiction)Fiction | 2025 | Winner |
About This Book
A debut novel set around an Austin boxing gym and the mysterious disappearance of sixteen-year-old Nathaniel Rothstein. Explores race, class, sex, and gender through a complex ensemble of characters. Winner of the 2025 Kirkus Prize for Fiction.
About the Author
Lucas SchaeferAmerican
Lucas Schaefer is an American author. His debut novel The Slip won the 2025 Kirkus Prize for Fiction. Set around an Austin boxing gym and the disappearance of a teenager, it was praised for its fearless exploration of race, class, and gender.
