The Sixth Man (The Triple Threat, 2)
  • Published: 15 October 2016
  • ISBN: 9780385753531
  • Imprint: RHUS Children's Books
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 304
  • RRP: $17.99

The Sixth Man (The Triple Threat, 2)

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New York Times Bestselling author John Feinstein delivers a hard-hitting account of prejudice and perseverence on the basketball court.

Perfect for sports-loving kids and fans of books by Mike Lupica, book two in the Triple Threat series by New York Times bestselling author John Feinstein delivers a hard-hitting account of prejudice and perseverance on the basketball court.
 
It’s basketball season. And for once, triple threat Alex Myers is not the one in the spotlight. There’s a new new guy in town, Max Bellotti—and he promises to turn the Lions’ losing streak around and lead the team to a conference title.
 
Alex is psyched, but some of the older guys on the team resent being benched in favor of an upstart freshman. And when Max comes out as gay, not everyone takes the news in stride. Snide comments and cold shoulders escalate into heated protests and an out-and-out war with the school board. While controversy swirls around them, the Lions have to decide: Will personal issues sink their season, or can they find a way to stand together as a team?
 
John Feinstein has been praised as “the best writer of sports books in America today” (The Boston Globe). This second installment in his Triple Threat series delivers action and intensity, and a look beyond the headlines of a hot-button topic in sports today.

“Suspenseful and well-dramatized sports action scenes. . . . Solidly drawn, both on and off the court.” —Kirkus Reviews
 
“The realistic social situations are interspersed with sports strategy, practices, and
plenty of action. Fans will cheer for more of Alex’s story as he inches closer to spring and the dugout.” —Booklist
  • Published: 15 October 2016
  • ISBN: 9780385753531
  • Imprint: RHUS Children's Books
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 304
  • RRP: $17.99
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About the author

John Feinstein

John Feinstein spent years on the staff at the Washington Post, as well as writing for Sports Illustrated and the National Sports Daily. He is a commentator on NPR's "Morning Edition," a regular on ESPN's "The Sports Reporters" and a visiting professor of journalism at Duke University.

His first book, A Season on the Brink, is the bestselling sports book of all time. His first book for younger readers, Last Shot, was a bestseller. His current book for younger readers is Vanishing Act.

Also by John Feinstein

The Back Roads to March
The First Major
The DH (The Triple Threat, 3)
The Walk On (The Triple Threat, 1)
Foul Trouble
Rush for the Gold: Mystery at the Olympics (The Sports Beat, 6)
The Rivalry: Mystery at the Army-Navy Game (The Sports Beat, 5)
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Praise for The Sixth Man (The Triple Threat, 2)

Praise for The Walk On
An ILA-CBC Children's Choice
"A cliffhanger of a football novel bristling with social, personal, familial and ethical issues to complement the gridiron action, from best-selling sports writer Feinstein. All the goods for the sports enthusiast--and more."--Kirkus Reviews

"Full of refreshingly decent high school students, first crushes, a dose of dating drama, and a cliff-hanger ending, The Walk On will interest even non-football fans." --School Library Journal

Praise for The Sixth Man:
"Suspenseful and well-dramatized sports action scenes...Solidly drawn, both on and off the court." - Kirkus Reviews

Praise for Foul Trouble:
A YALSA Best Book for Young Adults
★ "Thorough and suspenseful; a must-read for those interested in basketball and the dealings surrounding the sport." -Kirkus Reviews, Starred

Praise for The Walk On
An ILA-CBC Children's Choice
"A cliffhanger of a football novel bristling with social, personal, familial and ethical issues to complement the gridiron action, from best-selling sports writer Feinstein. All the goods for the sports enthusiast--and more."--Kirkus Reviews

"Full of refreshingly decent high school students, first crushes, a dose of dating drama, and a cliff-hanger ending, The Walk On will interest even non-football fans." --School Library Journal

Praise for The Sixth Man:
"Suspenseful and well-dramatized sports action scenes...Solidly drawn, both on and off the court." - Kirkus Reviews

Praise for Foul Trouble:
A YALSA Best Book for Young Adults
★ "Thorough and suspenseful; a must-read for those interested in basketball and the dealings surrounding the sport." -Kirkus Reviews, Starred