The Batboy

The Batboy

by Mike Lupica

Rating: 4 Stars - This book is better than most.

Summary: Brian is a batboy for the detroit tigers. His favorite player hank Bishop comes to play for the tigers. He is having trouble with his swing but Brian is scared to speak up.

Review: You can feel what the character is feeling.

Reviewed by: Noah 5th

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Million Dollar Throw

Million Dollar Throw
by Mike Lupica

Rating: 4 of 5 stars (better than most books)

Summary: Million Dollar Throw is about a boy named Nate.  Nate's family has many issues and his dad is losing his job.  After Nate makes a $500 purchase at a sports store, he is forced to enter a million dollar contest.  His friend is going blind and his golden arm is weakening.  Will Nate get the million dollars to save his family?

Review: I really enjoyed this book because of the courage this boy, Nate, has to make the throw even when his best friend is going blind.

Reviewer: Jaden, 5th grade

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