Martino, Alfred C. Over the End Line
Houghton Mifflin/Clarion/Graphia/Kingfisher 2009 304p 17.00
978-0-15-206121-0 hs
Jonny is a second-tier member of the high-school soccer team whose best friend is the star player. He longs to be part of the in-crowd, and, at the same time, he knows that there is more to life. This is a gripping sports story and thriller that will have young adults turning the pages. The soccer action, portrayal of high-school social heirarchies, and story of friendship all ring true, and will make really make students think. Jonny is easy to identify with ... thoughtful but self-doubting, reluctant to take a stand, but capable of deep love and loyalty, he is our “everyman” in this skillfully told story. The surprise ending doesn’t seem as realistic, but it will have the kids talking even more about the book, and recommending it to each other. Kennedy, Carol
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