The Million Dollar Race
The Million Dollar Race by Matthew Ross Smith is a reprint edition published by Simon and Schuster on April 19, 2022. This 240-page novel presents a story centered around Grant Falloon, a talented young athlete on the verge of breaking a world record in the 100-meter dash. When the Babblemoney sneaker company announces an international competition to find the fastest kid, Grant is eager to participate, but he faces a significant obstacle due to his unconventional family’s lack of a legal birth certificate.
Readers will find a narrative that explores themes of family, competition, and personal sacrifice as Grant navigates the challenges of entering the race. The story delves into his determination to create his own country to compete, while also grappling with the implications of potentially defeating his best friend, Jay. With elements of juvenile fiction and sports, this book offers a unique blend of humor and heartfelt moments, making it a relevant choice for those interested in sports and social themes.
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“I dare you to predict the winner of The Million Dollar Race. OK, you dragged it out of me: it’s the READER!” —Jerry Spinelli, Newbery Award–winning author of Maniac Magee
Perfect for fans of Lizzy Legend and the Baseball Genius series, this quick-paced, heartfelt, and zany novel follows a speedy kid from an unconventional family who will do whatever it takes to win an international track contest.
Grant Falloon isn’t just good at track; he’s close to breaking the world record 100-meter time for his age group. So when the mega-rich Babblemoney sneaker company announces an international competition to find the fastest kid in the world, he’s desperate to sign up.
But not so fast. Nothing’s ever that easy with the eccentric Falloon family. Turns out, his non-conformist parents never got him a legal birth certificate. He can’t race for the United States, so now if he wants to compete, he may just have to invent his own country.
And even if that plan works, winning gold will mean knocking his best friend—and biggest competitor—Jay, out of the competition. As unexpected hurdles arise, Grant will have to ask not only if winning is possible, but what he’s willing to sacrifice for it.
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