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Book Synopsis: Bestselling sportswriter John Feinstein kicks off a new series for middle grade featuring Alex Myers, a student athlete who tries to take on the sports establishment in his new town. Alex Myers is a quarterback, but from the first day of football practice, it’s clear that that position is very much filled by the coach’s son, Matt. Alex has the better arm, but Matt has more experience—and the coach’s loyalty.
Alex finally gets a chance to show what he can do when Matt is injured and he helps win a key game to keep the Lions’ bid for the state championship alive. But just when his star is rising, Alex gets blindsided—the state has started drug testing and Alex’s test comes back positive for steroids. Alex knows that’s not right, but he doesn’t know if it’s a mistake or if someone wants to make sure he can’t play.
John Feinstein has been praised as “the best writer of sports books in America today” (The Boston Globe), and this first installment in the Triple Threat series is his most thrilling and suspenseful novel yet. Fans of Mike Lupica, Tim Green, and Paul Volponi will want to check out The Walk On and its companion, The Sixth Man.
“A cliffhanger of a football novel bristling with social, personal, familial, and ethical issues to complement the gridiron action. . . . All the goods for the sports enthusiast—and more.” —Kirkus Reviews
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Get ready for an adrenaline-filled journey as bestselling sportswriter John Feinstein takes you on an epic ride with "The Walk On" - the first book in the thrilling Triple Threat series. Middle grade readers will be captivated by the story of Alex Myers, a determined student athlete ready to challenge the sports establishment in his new town.
From the very beginning, Alex faces obstacles as he steps onto the football field. Despite his undeniable talent as a quarterback, the coach's son, Matt, holds the position. But when an opportunity arises due to Matt's injury, Alex seizes the moment, leading his team to victory and keeping their state championship dreams alive.
However, just as his star begins to rise, Alex is hit with a shocking blow. The state introduces drug testing, and Alex's results come back positive for steroids. Something doesn't add up, and Alex is determined to find out if it's a mistake or if someone is trying to sabotage his football dreams.
John Feinstein, acclaimed as the best writer of sports books in America, delivers his most suspenseful novel yet. With a compelling mix of thrilling sports action and heart-pounding drama, "The Walk On" is a page-turner you won't be able to put down. Perfect for fans of Mike Lupica, Tim Green, and Paul Volponi, this book will keep young readers on the edge of their seats.
Don't miss out on this captivating tale - grab a copy of "The Walk On" today and continue the adventure with its companion, "The Sixth Man." Uncover the mysteries behind Alex's positive drug test and join him as he fights against the odds to reclaim his place on the field. Get ready for a story that goes beyond the game and tackles social, personal, familial, and ethical issues in a thrilling and relatable way.
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