Description
Olivia had been scared starting over in a new town, with new friends and a new softball team, but her worst fears hadn’t materialized, and, in the end, she was settling in as the Blue Jay’s lead pitcher and had quickly formed a small group of core friends she was growing to love.
With the first softball game of the season done and dusted, the Blue Jays were off to a great start, but could they carry their winning momentum into their upcoming games? Only time will tell.
The girls were working hard on and off the field, with a new business venture quickly taking shape and their friendship group getting a little bigger with a new addition to the trio. However, Olivia knew that she couldn’t afford to slip up. She’d need to put 100% into everything, including softball, her schoolwork, and her new business, if she didn’t want it all to come crashing down.
Will Olivia’s new business collide head-on with softball and schoolwork, or will she be able to pull it off? Read Softball Strikeout Pitch Perfect now to find out!
Stay tuned for more books in the Softball Strikeout Series!
Karen R –
Great Teaching Learning Book ~ Karen R – Amazon Review
Although this one is the second in the ‘Softball Strikeout Series,’ the authors do a great job of catching readers up, so that it can easily be read as a stand-alone. Readers are still encouraged to read the first in the series, “The New Girl.” Review here:
This is the continuing story of Olivia, known by her friends and family as Liv. Liv is now the starting pitcher for her local softball team. As a devoted player, she has also made some wonderful friends and adapted well to her new school and neighborhood.
This story takes the girls through a challenging softball season, and how to best prepare for competition with another winning competitor/team. As well as a new job opportunity that keeps Liv and friends occupied. The challenge will be how she can manage both, and her school work.
The illustrations are beautifully drawn, and add nicely to the reading experience.
The story is charming with emphasis on the value of friendship, teamwork, healthy competition, family, and, the creative ways in which kids can earn money and have fun while doing it. It is easy-to-read and quick-paced.
Reading Level: Ages 8-12 years – Grade Level: 3rd – 7th grade
Anthony Avina –
Fun and Engaging…A Must-Read! ~ Anthony Avina – Amazon Review
What a fun and heartfelt read. The authors did a fantastic job capturing the story and the characters that made the first book so relatable while providing new challenges that reflect the problems many people face in their youth, especially when juggling real life with athletics. The realistic descriptions and imagery in the author’s writing style were memorable and vividly ingrained the reader in these characters’ lives.
Much like book one, the second book in the series perfectly balanced rich and dynamic character development with personal themes that many readers can relate to. The themes of friendship, teamwork, and finding balance were well represented, and the characters were memorable and relatable. The entrepreneurial spirit that the protagonist and her friends showed in their new pet-friendly business and the struggles with acceptance and even early relationships with others in school will be something so many readers will respond to favorably.
BJ78 –
Great find! ~ BJ78 – Amazon Review
Great story. My 10 yo couldn’t put it down.