The Swinger - A Golf Fiction Novel Like No Other

The Swinger, written by renowned golf journalists Michael Bamberger and Alan Shipnuck, is a fictionalized yet strikingly familiar tale of one of the greatest golfers in the world whose rise to fame is as spectacular as his fall from grace. Inspired by real events in professional golf, this fast-paced, entertaining novel delivers an inside look at the pressures of superstardom, the hidden temptations of success, and the price of living in the public eye.
 
Meet Herb “Tree” Tremont, the greatest golfer of his generation—charismatic, dominant on the course, and a global sports icon. He’s the face of golf, a billionaire athlete, and a family man adored by fans and sponsors alike. But behind the carefully crafted image lies a web of secrets, scandal, and personal struggles.
When a shocking revelation about his private life explodes into the media, Tree’s perfect world crumbles. As he fights to save his career, his marriage, and his reputation, the truth about the man behind the legend begins to emerge. Through the lens of a sports journalist following his journey, The Swinger explores:
🏌️‍♂️ The Cutthroat World of Professional Golf – A rare behind-the-scenes look at tournament pressure, sponsorship deals, and life on tour.
📰 Media & Scandal – How the press builds up icons—and tears them down just as quickly.
💔 Fame vs. Reality – The struggle between public perception and private truth.
🔥 A Fall from Grace – A gripping exploration of scandal, redemption, and the human side of sports legends.