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Pete and Jeff, two boys from a small Wisconsin town, share a love for baseball and a bond that strengthens through their high school years. Their friendship, as they progress from ninth grade through high school, becomes a source of comfort and support for each other. As the seasons change, so does their sense of belonging, always returning to their shared love of the game. Despite the challenges they face, their friendship remains a beacon of hope and loyalty.
First publish date: 1996
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Alden R. Carter
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