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Name: Crane's Rebound
Rating: 5 (1 reviews)
Author: Alison Jackson

At a bustling summer basketball camp, Les, an eleven‑year‑old aspiring athlete, faces the awkward world of adolescence. He grapples with loneliness, peer pressure, and the complexities of boy‑girl relationships while sharing a dorm with a talented but obnoxious roommate. The story follows Les’s struggles and growth as he learns to find his confidence on the court and in life.

First publish date: 1991

Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure

Authors: Alison Jackson

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