If your kid plays competitive tennis and you're tired of them losing to players they should be beating, this book is the answer. Gilbert's central thesis—that smart, adaptive strategy beats raw talent—is legitimately useful and applies to any sport (or life situation) where you're the underdog.

That said, this is not a book for casual players or kids who just hit balls around on weekends. It's dense, instructional, and requires genuine interest in tennis strategy to stay engaged. The 4.6 Amazon rating and strong community endorsements speak to its value, but only within its niche.

For parents of serious junior players, this is a must-read—you'll understand match dynamics better and can coach more effectively. For everyone else, it's a pass unless you're personally into tennis psychology.