Game Seven
by Paul Volponi
REVIEWS...
"An entertaining tale of baseball, family and loyalty." --Kirkus Reviews
"Volponi once again delivers top-notch sports fare coupled with a deeper story of family and fidelity [...] Readers will identify with Julio as he juggles dreams, bitterness, and family loyalties." --Booklist
"This is a must-read for any teen who not only loves stories about sports but also enjoys reading about families." --VOYA
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