![]() A much 'bigger' book than I expected going in, this is a must-read for all adolescents - not just hockey fans - about navigating difficult choices in life and deciding when enough is enough. BooklistĬarrie Allen achieves the hat trick in her debut novel, scoring with a humorous and heartfelt writing style, a tough-as-nails heroine any reader would be proud to champion, and a solidly-constructed story that honestly examines the costs and benefits of taking a stand. The book's power comes from highlighting the pain and abuse that barrier-breaking women endure in a male-driven field. an exhilarating run, as debut author Allen creates a wonderfully authentic hockey world.- Kirkus Reviews The Boys is a powerful story about a girl who's strong enough to play the game, and, more importantly, do the hard thing and stand up for what's right.- Sara Biren, author of Cold Day in the Sun ![]() A must-read for those who want to break down barriers in sport.- Cassie Campbell-Pascall, the only Canadian Captain, male or female, to lead two Olympic hockey teams ![]() the Boys is a mature exploration - with no sugarcoating - of some of the struggles a female goes through playing male-dominated sports. ![]()
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