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Name: Back on the beam
Rating: 3 (1 reviews)
Author: Jake Maddox

Nadia’s ankle healed after a summer injury, but the return to practice fills her with nervousness. Each time she encounters her rival, Blaire, the discomfort flares, threatening her preparation. The story follows Nadia’s struggle to regain balance, trust herself, and face Blaire’s sharp comments while navigating the pressures of competition.

First publish date: 2009

Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers

Authors: Jake Maddox

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