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Miracle on 49th Street

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By Mike Lupica
Publisher Penguin
Miracle on 49th Street
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In the tradition of About a Boy comes a feel good sports and holiday novel from #1 New York Times bestselling author Mike Lupica. Josh Cameron has it all: a World Championship ring with the Boston Celtics, an MVP award, a cleancut image, and the adoration of millions. What he doesnt have is family. Until the day 12yearold smartaleck Molly Parker confronts him in a parking lot and claims to be his daughterthe only daughter of Jen Parker, Joshs college sweetheart and the still the only girl hes ever loved. Trouble is, Jen Parker died last year, and now Molly has tracked down the father she never knew, the one her mother never wanted her to know about. Josh Cameron cares about two things only: himself, and basketball. The last thing this superstar wants or needs is a 12yearold daughter. Yet this isnt just any 12yearold. Mr. World Champion has finally met his match. This novel is . . . an enjoyable read with interesting peeks into the world of professional basketball. It will appeal to young teen sports enthusiasts as well as kids just looking for a good story. VOYA Lupica delivers a winning novel, creating a realistic character in Molly. Young readers will also enjoy the look inside Joshs pampered sportssuperstar world. Booklist Lupica is an extraordinarily smooth writer with a great ear for witty repartee. Publishers Weekly

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56808 words56,808 words
256 pages256 pages
Lexile 790LLexile 790L
Grade 5 to 9Grade 5 to 9
Age 10-14Age 10-14
Published 2007Published 2007

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Book ISBN:

1101200561

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