Comeback Challenge

by Matt Christopher

Overview

When his parents' divorce escalates into a bitter custody battle, twelve-year-old Mark Conway moves in with his grandparents. He seems to be coping well with the change. He's become a star player on the school's soccer team and has made friends with everyone on the squad--and everyone, that is except the captain, who for some reason bears Mark a grudge. Mark figures it's better to ignore this unpleasant situation. But the pressure builds until one day, he loses his temper on the field, causing the team to nearly lose the game. Mark's rage surprises everyone, including himself. What is at the root of his anger--and will he be able to get it under control before it consumes him?

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781684501328
Publisher:	The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Publication date:	07/30/2024
Series:	The New Matt Christopher Sports Library (Second Edition)
Pages:	160
Product dimensions:	6.25(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.00(d)
Age Range:	9 - 11 Years

About the Author

Matt Christopher is the best selling name behind more than 100 sports-themed books for young readers.

Editorial Reviews

Gr 4-6Christopher intertwines play-by-play soccer action with a story about a 12-year-old boy coping with his parents' divorce. Mark lives with his grandparents while his mother and father try to settle a bitter custody battle. He quickly becomes a valuable player on his school soccer team, but Vince, captain and last year's MVP, resents him. With Grandpa Conway's help, the boy confronts his parents with his angry feelings and stands up to Vince, as well. The book delivers important messages without becoming didactic. In a satisfying conclusion, Mark acknowledges that ``Not all his problems had gone awaywhose ever would?,'' but his future looks optimistic. Competent storytelling with positive values.Blair Christolon, Prince William Library, Manassas, VA

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