Striking Out: The Debut Novel from Superstar Striker Ian Wright
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From the writing team of Ian Wright and Musa Okwonga.Inspired by the story of the superstar striker, Ian Wright.CO-WINNER OF THE CHILDREN’S SPORTS BOOK OF THE YEAR 2022“A thrilling book … an uplifting story about triumph against all odds … You don’t have to be a football fan to love it!” David Walliams“I devoured it … moving, thrilling, disturbing, triumphant and inspiring … a wonderful achievement.” Stephen Fry
Thirteen-year-old Jerome Jackson dreams of becoming a world-class footballer. But with a difficult home life, Jerome can’t see how he’ll ever make this dream come true … until he meets a mentor figure who can hopefully put him on the right track. “The best strikers aren’t the most skilful ones. They are the ones who never give up.”
- Perfect for fans of real-life drama
- Readers will love Ian Wright’s cameo role in the story
- With phenomenal cover art from Benjamin Wachenje.
Product Details
Format
Hardback
ISBN
9780702306860
Publisher
Date published
September 2nd, 2021
Accelerated Reader
AR book level: 4.6; Middle years; 8.0 points
Other details
- 256 pages
Condition
New
Dale blezard
on 2 October 2022
Amazingly uplifting
From start to finish it keeps you hooked and wanting to carry on reading. Just simply brilliant! Keep um coming Wrighty!