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Safe at Second
By Johnson, Scott P.
Publishers Summary:
- ISBN
- 978-0-39923-365-4
- Publisher
- New York : Philomel Books, c1999.
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School Library Journal
Reviewed on July 1, 1999
Gr 7-Up As a "can't miss" pitching prospect, Todd Bannister has scouts, agents, and recruiters begging for his attention and, as a good-looking, self-assured star athlete, he has fellow students and many adults doing the same. All of this comes to an abrupt end when he is hit in the face by a line drive and loses an eye. His attempt to come back is unsuccessful as he can no longer control his pitches and is pounded unmercifully whenever he is put into a game. Initially angry and bitter, he even...Log In or Sign Up to Read More
