
Riding Chance
Christine Kendall
(Author)21,000+ Reviews
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Description
The Crossover meets War Horse in this novel about an urban kid's redemption through the grit of polo. Take a ride on this hero's journey amid city streets and an uncertain future.Troy is a kid with a passion. And dreams. And a desire to do the right thing. But after taking a wrong turn, he's forced to endure something that's worse than any juvenile detention he can imagine -- he's been sentenced to the local city stables where he's made to take care of the horses and learn to play polo. The greatest punishment has been trying to make sense of things after his mom died. Troy's also figuring out which friends have his back, which kids to cut loose, and whether he and Alisha have a true connection. Laced with humor and beating with heartache, this novel will grip readers, pull quickly, and take them on an unforgettable ride. Set in modern Philadelphia, Christine Kendall's stunning debut lets us come face-to-face with the challenges of a loving family that helps turn hardships into a horse of a different color.
Product Details
Publisher | Scholastic Press |
Publish Date | August 28, 2018 |
Pages | 224 |
Language | English |
Type | |
EAN/UPC | 9780545924054 |
Dimensions | 7.5 X 5.2 X 0.7 inches | 0.3 pounds |
About the Author
Christine Kendall is the author of the award-winning novel Riding Chance, which was nominated for a NAACP Image Award in the category of Outstanding Literary Work for Youth/Teens. Rita Williams Garcia called it a "promising debut" and Sharon Flake called it "a heartwarming tale of redemption." Christine's short fiction has appeared in numerous publications. She lives in Philadelphia, PA
Reviews
A thoughtful and necessary glance into a difficult world. -- BooklistA stirring look into the life of a young man finding passion, inspiration, and direction. -- Publishers Weekly
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