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Foul Trouble

John Feinstein
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47 pages • 1 hour read

John Feinstein

Foul Trouble

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2013

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    Foul Trouble by John Feinstein offers a gripping look into the high-stakes world of high school basketball. Readers appreciate the book's realistic portrayal of sports politics and mentorship. However, some critique the pacing and predictability. Feinstein's deep understanding of the game and its ethical dilemmas resonates, making it a compelling read for sports enthusiasts.

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    Who Should Read Foul Trouble?

    A sports enthusiast, especially basketball fans, would enjoy Foul Trouble by John Feinstein. Similar to readers of The Crossover by Kwame Alexander and The Blind Side by Michael Lewis, they appreciate engaging narratives about the sports world, involving realistic struggles and triumphs.

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    Reading Age

    12-18years

    Lexile Level

    770L

    Book Details

    Genre
    Children's Literature
    Realistic Fiction
    Modern Classic Fiction
    Topics
    Sports
    Themes
    Life/Time: Coming of Age
    Life/Time: The Future
    Natural World: Appearance & Reality