Genre:Realistic Fiction
Trouble has come to the Goodson family. Dad accused of stealing money? Fired from his job at Gollywhopper Toy Company? Desperate to move and get rid of that old life.When a competition comes to town and if Gil wins he can move in no time at all.Would you take the chance to start over?
Gil Goodson is an interesting kid,I would definitely want to be his friend. He is a very bright student and a very lucky kid he just doesn’t know it yet.He is a very talented football player.If your favorite genre is realistic fiction you will love this book and never stop reading it even if you aren’t a big reader. Gil Goodson is a regular kid in a regular town but he has far from a regular life.
Call Number: F FEL
Reviewer:SK Rieth


This book was nominated as a Virginia Readers’ Choice selection a few years ago. I love your description that Gil may appear to be regular guy, but he’s far from it.
Mrs. E