Author: Tim Green
Why Selected: Sports book by former NFL player
Literary Merit: Predictable coming of age story of a younger brother that lives in conditions that are out of his control after losing his parents. Finds himself thanks to football and his big brother that loves him, despite the hardships in his life. Book has some suspense, the FBI and gambling but all portrayed in a not so scary way.
Share: Probably just a suggested read to a boy that likes sports, or to a reluctant reader.
Appeal: Boys grade 3-6, depending on their reading abilities
Awards: None
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