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Children's Fiction Football

Paralyzed

by (author) Jeff Rud

Publisher
Orca Book Publishers
Initial publish date
Nov 2008
Category
Football, Diseases, Illnesses & Injuries, Emotions & Feelings
  • Paperback / softback

    ISBN
    9781554690596
    Publish Date
    Nov 2008
    List Price
    $9.95
  • eBook

    ISBN
    9781554696888
    Publish Date
    Nov 2008
    List Price
    $13.99

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Recommended Age, Grade, and Reading Levels

  • Age: 9 to 12
  • Grade: 4 to 7
  • Reading age: 9 to 12

Description

Linebacker Reggie Scott is forced to deal with the repercussions of an incident that shakes his belief in the game he loves. When he is persecuted by angry fans for being a "dirty" player, Reggie is forced to confront his own guilt and decide whether he can continue to play his senior season and beyond.

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Awards

  • Commended, CCBC Best Books for Kids & Teens
  • Commended, Junior Library Guild (JLG) Gold Standards Selection

Excerpt: Paralyzed (by (author) Jeff Rud)

Something wasn't right, though. Nate Brown was still lying out in the middle of the field. Dr. Stevens was kneeling beside him now, watching him intently and checking his pulse. My chest began to tighten, and I started to sweat. Why wasn't Nate getting up?

Editorial Reviews

"A deeply engaging story...This book will pleasantly surprise readers used to the same old predictable sports stories for boys... For a very good portrayal of emotional turmoil, this is one football story that is worthy of reading, regardless of how much the reader loves or loathes sport. Highly Recommended."

CM Magazine

"This fast-paced, short novel is perfect...It offers the excitement of the game and at the same time includes a story with substance and morals...Recommended."

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"This is one of the best Orca books I've read. This book will be a great read for reluctant readers."

Southwestern Ohio Young Adult Materials Review Group

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