First published 1991
Maisie is a 13-year-old who dreams of joining her school's wrestling team. But as the lone girl on the squad, she faces fierce opposition from her teammates, her best friend, and even the community. Can Maisie prove she's tough enough to hang with the boys and make it through the season? This heartwarming underdog story explores the challenges of shattering gender barriers and finding the courage to chase your passions.
Genres: family-life, contemporary, adolescence, sports, young-adult
Vibes: emotional, heartwarming, thought-provoking
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, found-family
Paperback · Trumpet