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School Library Journal
Reviewed on June 1, 2012 | Grades 5-up
Gr 9 Up—Michal Garcia is a bookie who just wants to get through her senior year and out of Carson City, NV. Her parents are dead, her grandmother spends more time on causes than on family, and her only friend has joined a gang. But when a new rich kid takes an interest in her, she realizes that she can no longer be a spectator in her own life. Mike makes a bet for herself-and wins....Log In or Sign Up to Read More
Horn Book Guide
Reviewed on January 1, 2012
Seventeen-year-old Michal is a bookie with one rule: never place a bet for herself. But when charismatic Josh convinces Michal to do just...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
