“We made too much noise last night. There were complaints.’ ‘What did you say.’ ‘Too bad. We can’t stop.’ Atta girl.’ She doesn’t think we should, but she might move us to another room, one with a bigger bed.’ ‘I love a challenge” (280). I like this quote because it shows that he matures in the sense of he has actually stuck with a girl, instead of leaving. Also, it brings some comic relief to the book.

” The refs managed to prevent a brawl, but the brouhaha went on for minutes.” (291). I like this quote because of the excellent vocabulary John Grisham uses.

“She adjusted on the fly like any seasoned traveler and was not above using her smile and beauty to get what she wanted. ” (282). This quote shows that Rick found the right get to get with. Rick’s attitude and personality melds well with Livvy’s beauty and character. This also tells me that Livvy has a “bad side” as well.

“As he massage her feet, he told himself that he would follow those legs anywhere. The train was half full. Other men couldn’t help but gawk as they shuffled by. Livvy was off in southern Italy wonderfully oblivious to the attention her bare feet and tanned legs were getting” (306). This quote added a little comic relief to the end of the story. It shows that Rick can bask in the glory of having such a wonderful girlfriend.

“Nope, I’m leaving. I guess I’ll take the train.’ ‘Send me a postcard.’ …An hour later the Fiat was loaded and Rick was hauling back coffee and croissants from his neighborhood bar” (275). This quote shows how whipped Rick is about this girl and how Livvy can talk him into do just about anything. Also, this quote brings a little comedy.

“I thought you were the stud quarterback.’ ‘Just the quarterback for now.” (223). I love this quote because it shows how far Rick has come in the way of maturing and becoming humble.

“Cray’s eyes were wide, his glasses fell to the floor. There would be only one punch, Rick has decided after much thought” (215). I like this quote because it shows how Rick, finally, dealt with the Cleveland problem that has been nagging him since the day after the AFC Championship Game. 

“Both doors suddenly flew open and Rick came face-to-face with the judge. ‘Reek Dockery!’ he shouted, thrusting a right hand forward while grabbing a shoulder with his left, as though they had not seen each other in years” (71). I love this event that takes place. The judge arrest Rick just so he can meet him. It’s histarical. Also, I love how the judge pronounces Rick’s name (Reek).   

“After a few seconds, the kids was hacking at his hamstrings and Rick wanted to scream. But you can’t complain during a massage- it was a rule that has never been violated in the history of professional football.” I like this quote because it shows his self control. He knows this is Italy and probably knows that the rule has been broken in Italy, but still takes it on the chin and doesn’t complain about the massage.

“Time expired and the Panthers of Parma had their first Super Bowl trophy.” This quote means a lot because it shows the reward of the dedication and hard work that the guys put in. All the events that Rick had to go through is rewarded with this win against the 8 time defending champs Bergamo.