A Season of Comebacks

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Summary: Wow, did this book jazz our 10 year old softball player!
Review: I purchased this book based on Amazon's recommended readings and readers' book reviews. I didn't expect it to be such a hit, but our 10 year old daughter couldn't stop reading it, talking about it, and reading parts to me. Like Molly, she's lived in the shadow of her siblings attletic prowess, and is only now coming into her own. There are far too few engaging books about girls and athletics out there, but this one is certainly at the top of the list. At my daughter's urging, I read it, and (like her) couldn't put it down. This book deals with all the issues in kids sports -- overpowering parental interest, the effects of a star athlete on the rest of the family, the emotions of competition, and--most importantly--how kids just want to play sports for fun and have fun playing. Highly recommended by two generations in out family!

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Summary: Wonderful story with a message about true victory
Review: My two daughters, age 10 and 11, and I read this book together during our own softball season. We couldn't wait for the next chapter to tell us what happened to Allie and Molly and their respective softball teams. The message about what it takes to be the best-at softball, at being a sister, at being a friend, at being Dad and coach-were excellent. We highly recommend this book and have given it to friends. A must-read for young female athletes!!!Lori