Baseball Great
Baseball Great
Book Brief
272
Novel • Fiction
Suburban New York • Contemporary
2009
Middle grade
8-12 years
840L
Super Short Summary
Baseball Great by Tim Green follows 12-year-old Josh LeBlanc, a talented batter for the Mount Olympus Titans, as he navigates the pressures of switching to a semi-pro team and the temptation of performance-enhancing drugs offered by his coach, Rocky Valentine. LeBlanc ultimately faces a moral dilemma about using steroids, deciding whether to rely on his true abilities or succumb to unethical shortcuts. Sensitive topics include underage exposure to drug abuse.
Challenging
Inspirational
Emotional
Suspenseful
Heartwarming
Reviews & Readership
3,276 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
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Review Roundup
Baseball Great by Tim Green receives mixed reviews. Positively, readers appreciate its fast-paced narrative and relatable protagonist, perfect for young sports enthusiasts. However, criticism arises around its predictable plot and occasional moral simplicity. Overall, it's engaging for middle school readers but may lack depth for older audiences.
Who Should Read Baseball Great?
Readers who would enjoy Baseball Great by Tim Green are typically sports enthusiasts aged 8-12, interested in stories of young athletes overcoming challenges. Fans of Dan Gutman's Baseball Card Adventures and Mike Lupica's novels will find this book appealing for its blend of sports action, personal growth, and ethical dilemmas.
3,276 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Baseball Great is a part of Tim Green's series of sports novels for young readers, which blend action and ethical dilemmas, aiming to inspire and engage young sport enthusiasts with valuable life lessons.
Author Tim Green is known for his dual career as a former NFL player and a lawyer, uniquely combining his sports and professional experiences to craft compelling stories in his novels.
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Baseball Great often receives praise for its authentic portrayal of the pressures and choices faced by young athletes, reflecting Green’s personal insights from both his sports background and his commitment to education.
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272
Novel • Fiction
Suburban New York • Contemporary
2009
Middle grade
8-12 years
840L
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