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Two years younger than his classmates at a prestigious boarding school, Ryan Dean West grapples with living in the dorm for troublemakers, falling for his female best friend who thinks of him as just a kid, and playing wing on the Varsity rugby team with some of his frightening new dorm-mates. The story explores the complexities of adolescence, the bonds between friends, and the rise of a young athlete in the competitive world of school rugby. This coming-of-age novel tackles the themes of identity, acceptance, and the pressure of athletic success while offering a mix of humor, heart, and introspection.
First publish date: 2013
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Andrew Smith
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