Book Series · 2 Books

Heat Books

In order from Heat to Strike Zone.

The Heat series is a set of 2 chapter books by Mike Lupica, published between 2006 and 2019. Written for ages 8–12, most books run about 270 pages.

Heat
Strike Zone
Heat
Heat
Strike Zone
Where the story begins

First Book in the Series

Heat
Sale price
$958
Book #1 · Chapter Book · Ages 10–+ · 2006

Heat

By Mike Lupica

A young boy navigates the challenges of growing up in the Bronx while dealing with the loss of his father and the pressures of being a talented baseball player.

220 pages· 58,938 words· Est. 8 hour read
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Summary: Twelve-year-old Michael Arroyo dreams of the Little League World Series, but his powerful pitching raises suspicions. Orphaned and living with his brother, Michael must hide from authorities to avoid separation or deportation. Without proof of age, his world unravels, forcing him to find unexpected allies. Can Michael overcome these challenges and keep his dreams alive?
In reading order

Heat Series

2 books · Published 2006–2019

#1
#1 in Series
Sale price
$958

Heat

Chapter Book · Ages 10–+ · 2006

A young boy navigates the challenges of growing up in the Bronx while dealing with the loss of his father and the pressures of being a talented baseball player.

#2
Sale price
$958

Strike Zone

Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2019

A young pitcher faces fears beyond the baseball field as his family navigates immigration challenges.

Good to know

Common Questions

How many books are in the Heat series?

There are 2 books in the Heat series. It began with Heat in 2006, and the newest book, Strike Zone, was published in 2019.

What order should you read the Heat books in?

Start with Heat and follow the series order — the books above are numbered #1 through #2.

What ages are the Heat books best for?

The series is best for ages 8–12, based on the age ranges of the individual books.

Which Heat book is the longest?

Strike Zone (Book #2) is the longest book in the series at 59,000 words (272 pages).

Which Heat book is the shortest?

Heat (Book #1) is the shortest at 58,938 words (220 pages).

The people

The Creative Behind the Books

The authors and illustrators who bring Heat to life.

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Mike Lupica

Author

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