Andy Dale’s Just 25 – It Could Be Rotterdam
The long-awaited sequel to the bestselling semi-fictional classic Just 14 is finally here—and it’s bigger, bolder, and bursting with nostalgia.

Jonathan Stadler thought life at 14 was unbeatable: his first real girlfriend, a royal wedding dominating the headlines, ‘Beefy’ Botham smashing the Aussies, and his heroes lifting the league title. But now it’s 1981, and everything is about to change. Armed with his first Aston Villa season ticket and memories of two beloved grandfathers, Jonathan steps into a year that will test friendships, family ties, and his own resilience.

The gang is back—though divided by rival allegiances—and their unity will be pushed to the limit as they navigate twelve months of triumph and heartbreak. For Jonathan, the dream of following Villa all the way to Rotterdam burns bright. But every dream has a price. Will chasing glory cost him more than he’s willing to pay?

A coming-of-age journey set against the backdrop of football fever, cultural shifts, and the raw energy of the early ’80s—Just 15 is a story of loyalty, loss, and the lengths we go for the things we love.