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Last Line of Defense

by N. J. Corbo
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You are Phil "fixer" Halverson, center for the Chesterton Middle School Dragons. At 6'1", you've got the height to get the job done (as long as it's not a free throw!). They call you "fixer" because your defensive skills are practically legendary. You're fast and graceful, and on the court, you're in control—at least, you used to be.

Problems at home are finding their way into your game. Your mom is always upset, your dad is always at work, and your little brother is always in trouble. Your focus is off and it's beginning to show. Will trying to fix things at home ruin things on the court?

  • Creators

  • Series

    Heads or Tails

  • Publisher

  • Release date

    January 1, 2015

  • Formats

    • OverDrive Read

      • ISBN: 9781629204611

    • EPUB ebook

      • ISBN: 9781629204611
      • File size: 206 KB

  • Languages

    • English

  • Levels

    • Lexile® Measure: 740
    • Text Difficulty: 3-4

  • Reviews

    • School Library Journal

      April 1, 2015

      Gr 6-10-Each volume in the "Heads or Tails" series highlights a popular sport. In Backing Up the Beast, second string quarterback Scotty Reardon is dealing with ADHD and his inexperience as a freshman on the varsity team. Last Line of Defense has "Fixer" Halverson, a 6'1" eighth grader, enduring tension between his parents, mentoring a wayward younger brother, and spending time with Ellie, who can play basketball as well as the boys. The soccer story, One Goal, is about eighth-grade standout Kevin, his battles with peer pressure, and his confusing new feelings for best friend Autumn. The Iceman's Meltdown has pitcher Kellen face down a steroid investigation and the pressures of the state championship. The primary focus throughout is on sports; game descriptions are lavishly detailed. The quirky narration is in the second person, with readers standing for the main character. Every few pages teens must choose an option, requiring turning back or forward in the text. While the "choose your own" element may attract some readers, the overall narratives are often confusing and sometimes incoherent. Some story lines don't fully overlap with others or don't seem to follow from readers' choices. Many of the endings are perfunctory and abrupt. VERDICT Even among sports fans, those looking for a compelling hi-lo read will likely be disappointed.-Bob Hassett, Luther Jackson Middle School, Falls Church, VA

      Copyright 2015 School Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.

Formats

  • OverDrive Read
  • EPUB ebook

subjects

Languages

  • English

Levels

  • Lexile® Measure:740
  • Text Difficulty:3-4

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