Paralyzed
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Chapter Book · Ages 13–17 · 2008 · Est. 2.5 hour read

Paralyzed

By Jeff Rud

Part of the Orca Sports series

A linebacker faces backlash and guilt after a controversial play.

4.0/5 Goodreads · 143 ratings
169 pages· 24,633 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
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Reggie Scott, a star linebacker, grapples with guilt and public outrage after a tackle leaves an opponent hospitalized. As fans label him a 'dirty' player, Reggie must confront his conscience and decide if he can continue playing the sport he loves. Will he overcome the turmoil and find redemption, or will the weight of his actions end his football dreams?

From the publisher

Linebacker Reggie Scott is forced to deal with the repercussions of an incident that shakes his belief in the game he loves. When he is persecuted by angry fans for being a “dirty” player, Reggie is forced to confront his own guilt and decide whether he can continue to play his senior season and beyond.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
169
Words
24,633
Reading age
13–17
Audience
Young Adult
Lexile
HL670L
Themes & topics
Books about footballBooks about athletesBooks about guilt and shameBooks about traumaBooks about injuries
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
4.6
F&P level
~P
AR points
4
AR interest level
UG
AR quiz
126188
Publication
Published
January 1, 2008
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781554690855

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