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Gr 5 Up—Former friends learn what happens when they swallow down the fear and doubt and just take their shot. Relatively fresh off a friendship break-up, 13-year-old soccer teammates Mel and Tory, who share narration, attempt to work together on the field but can't get along off it. Both girls are struggling with big changes and feelings. Mel secretly writes poetry and longs to show more of her real self, wanting to be defined in ways beyond Magic Mel, soccer captain. Tory, whose family has...Log In or Sign Up to Read More