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Synopsis: "Jimmy Pearson and his best friend Danny Houle have just graduated from high school as this
young-adult novel begins. Neither has a clue about what's next in their lives until Jimmy Pearson
spots a bright-red midget racecar for sale at an auto-repair shop in town. Jimmy hasn't laid eyes
on a racecar in years, but his dad once was one of the best dirt-track racers around before he lost
his life in a racing accident. Jimmy immediately decides that the car is the ticket to a summer of
adventure if he and Danny can come up with the money to buy it from its desperately-broke
owners.
But how will his mom feel about his racing in view of the death of his dad? And does he know
enough about going fast to compete with the current class of competitors already in the midst of
their racing season?"
My Review: I have really been enjoying Thom Ring's books, it has been great finding books for young male readers who are more interested in things that go than reading. I think this might be a great book to read first of the racing themed books he has, it is a nice introduction to a lot of the terminology and background aspects of the racing world. Jimmy & Danny are familiar enough to jump into it but we learn a lot along with them about racing and good sportsmanship as well. The other great thing is while this book is geared more toward male readers, there are also female racers so even young teen girls will enjoy this book. There is plenty of excitement, challenges and loads of adrenaline to keep the pages turning.
My Rating: Thom Ring does a great job appealing to young male readers by writing about something that really interests them. I know this book will really appeal to Munchkin (he recently announced he is going to be a race car driver when he grows up), and the best part is that there are some great lessons included without being preachy/mom nagging. I give it a rating of Four Paws!
You can find out more about Thom Ring and his books on his Goodreads Page or Website.
You can also obtain your own copy of Red Racecar in print or digital format from Amazon or print format from Barnes & Noble
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