Stockport County’s remarkable journey back to League One is vividly brought to life by Desmond Hinks in 'Back Where We Belong'. This poignant and passionate football book follows Desmond’s all-encompassing adventure as he witnesses every Stockport County fixture – home and away – throughout the dramatic 2024-25 season. The chronicle isn’t merely a record of matchdays; Hinks draws upon decades of football fandom, interweaving his personal connection to the club with the wider narrative of County’s rise, their infamous drop through the leagues, and their triumphant return, all carefully described through the lens of a devoted supporter.
As an author, Desmond Hinks effortlessly captures the drama and emotion of English football’s lower leagues. He provides detailed match reports, nuanced observations about the game, and sharp reflections on what football means — both to the Stockport faithful and to communities at large. Desmond’s voice is both warm and incisive, making readers feel as if they’re standing shoulder to shoulder with him in the Edgeley Park terraces, or boarding the away supporters’ coach bound for an unfamiliar ground, hope and nerves tangling in the autumn air.
From Louie Barry’s unforgettable early strike to the crushing sorrow of the play-off semi-final defeat, Hinks illustrates every twist in County’s campaign, sparing no detail. Spectacular goals, tense finishes, and off-pitch camaraderie are all celebrated in prose crafted for real fans of the beautiful game. The author meticulously spotlights key figures such as Barry, recalling County legends and nail-biting moments that stitched the club’s past and present together for fans old and new.
Desmond Hinks’s epic season-long pilgrimage is more than a tribute to Stockport County; it’s a reflection on loyalty, identity, and the enduring pull of football in English society. The book’s rich blend of nostalgia, sports history, and contemporary match-by-match drama makes it a must-read for anyone fascinated by lower-league football, the dream of promotion, and stories of resilience on and off the pitch. Hinks’s contribution is a genuine celebration of the footballing community and all its unforgettable highs and lows.
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Publisher: Great Book Selection Visit Victor Publishing
Published: November 10, 2025
Price: £12.99
Paperback: 247 pages
ISBN-13: 979-8292761013
Dimensions: 127 x 203 (mm)
