At twelve years old, Ferrell Savage is finally able to compete in the annual town sled race. But when he survives a tremendous wipeout, the town forgets all about the actual winner. The winner hasn't forgotten about him, though, and now Ferrell's about to come up against things that are way more difficult than his first sled race: family secrets, blackmail, cannibalism, first love and, yes, a bigger, harder second sled race. If Ferrell lives through all this, he will be the true champion.
This was such a fun, hilarious, heart-warming read. While the plot was a bit ridiculous at times, I loved going along with Ferrell on his journey, because he was such a great character. Even when he made goofy mistakes -- something to be expected of kids his age -- his warm heart and sense of humor carried him through. I also enjoyed the historical details sprinkled throughout, the realistic setting, and the well-rounded secondary characters. All in all, a very good story.
MS -- ESSENTIAL. Reviewer: Caryn
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I was surprised by this (cannibalism in MG lit?), but thought it was very well done. Definitely ordering a copy.
It definitely surprised me, too, but it wasn't described in detail and was definitely not condoned. I think it was done well enough that many kids will be intrigued. It was even...dare I say it?...quite tastefully done. Hope you enjoy it!
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