Blood Sport
Blood Sport by Tash McAdam is a young adult fiction novel published by Orca Book Publishers in 2021. This edition spans 112 pages and is presented in English. The story follows Jason, who believes his sister Becca was murdered, despite no one else sharing his conviction. In his quest for the truth, he infiltrates a boxing gym, leveraging his skills as a transgender kid who has been fighting for acceptance and belonging.
Readers will find a narrative that explores themes of family, identity, and the complexities of friendship within the context of law and crime. As Jason navigates the boxing world, he grapples with his desire to uncover the truth about Becca’s death while also confronting the challenges of fitting in. This book is designed for teen readers, particularly those at a lower reading level, making it an accessible choice for those looking to enhance their reading skills or seeking a quick, engaging story.
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★ “This book checks all the boxes of a hi-lo text. It has an exciting hook, a modern teen worldview, and is at a lower reading level…A must-buy for libraries looking for diverse and compelling hi-lo books.” –School Library Journal, starred review
Jason is sure his sister, Becca, was murdered, but he’s the only one who thinks so. After finding a photograph Becca kept hidden, he decides to infiltrate a boxing gym to prove that she didn’t die accidentally. As a transgender kid, Jason’s been fighting for as long as he can remember, and those skills are going to come in handy as he investigates. Quickly invited into the inner circle, Jason must balance newfound friendships with the burning hate that drives him. Jason soon feels torn between two worlds, determined to discover what happened to his sister but struggling with the fact that this is the first time he’s ever felt like he belonged somewhere.
This short novel is a high-interest, low-reading level book for teen readers who are building reading skills, want a quick read or say they don’t like to read! The epub edition of this title is fully accessible.
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