This witty, heartfelt story about perseverance in the face of adversity is perfect for fans of R. J. Palacio, Cammie McGovern, and John David Anderson.

Noah Savino has been stuck in a wheelchair for months. He hates the way people treat him like he's helpless now. He's sick of going to physical therapy, where he isn't making any progress. He's tired of not having control over his own body. And he misses playing baseball--but not as much as he misses his dad, who died in the car accident that paralyzed Noah.

Noah is scared he'll never feel like his old self again. He doesn't want people to think of him as different for the rest of his life. With the help of family and friends, he'll have to throw off the mask he's been hiding behind and face the fears that have kept him on the sidelines if he ever wants to move forward.

Author: Antony John
Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: HarperCollins
Published: 09/11/2018
Pages: 336
Weight: 0.9lbs
Size: 8.30h x 5.50w x 1.20d
ISBN: 9780062835628
Audience: Ages 9-12

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 4.4
Point Value: 8
Interest Level: Middle Grade
Quiz #/Name: 197018 / Mascot


Review Citation(s):
Publishers Weekly 10/22/2018
Kirkus Reviews 07/01/2018
School Library Journal 08/01/2018 pg. 67
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 09/01/2018
Booklist 09/01/2018 pg. 105

About the Author
John, Antony: - Antony John was born in England and raised on a balanced diet of fish and chips and bizarre British comedies. To annoy his parents, he studied classical music at university. Now he writes books instead of music so he can wear sweatpants all day. He lives in St. Louis with his family, who think he's weird for not liking chocolate. They might be right. Visit him online at www.antonyjohn.net.