In this high-interest accessible novel for teen readers, Max suspects that his friend Trace is a victim of abuse.
The other night, Trace Brewster, Max’s best friend and star hockey player for the Hawks, scored on his own net and put the team’s chances of qualifying for an upcoming tournament in jeopardy.
Since then Trace has gone silent and is shutting everyone out. But Max thinks there’s more going on with his friend than what happened on the ice. For one thing, there are bruises on Trace's face that he refuses to explain. Can Max find a way to get Trace to open up and help him in time for the big game?
Topics Hockey. Friendship. Physical and emotional abuse.
Trim Size 7 1/2" x 5"
JLG Span Fall
Language English
Rights type Print
Publication date 2023-04-10
JLG Release Date Aug 2023
Minimum grade 9
Maximum grade 12
Reading level High
Format Print
Hi-Lo Mature (Grades 9-12)
Hi-Lo Mature
Hi-Lo Mature (Grades 9-12)
For Grades 9-12
Entertaining, age-appropriate topics combined with short chapters and simple sentences make the 12 books in this category interesting and accessible to teens who struggle to read. These selections may include mature situations and content most suitable for older teens.