Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Eating disorder, Mental illness, Panic attacks/disordersModerate
Death of parent, Addiction, AlcoholismMinor
Emotional abuse, Homophobia, Suicidal thoughtsCommunity Reviews
Summary of 4053 reviews
Moods
reflective 66%
sad 32%
hopeful 26%
inspiring 26%
challenging 20%
adventurous 18%
funny 18%
dark 9%
lighthearted 5%
relaxing 5%
tense 5%
informative 3%
mysterious 1%
Pace
slow 40%
fast 13%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 66% | A mix: 27% | Plot: 6%Strong character development?
Yes: 85% | It's complicated: 12% | No: 2%Loveable characters?
Yes: 54% | It's complicated: 37% | No: 8%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 54% | No: 22% | It's complicated: 18% | N/A: 4%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 95% | It's complicated: 2% | No: 2%Average rating
512 pages | first published 2011
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ISBN/UID: 9780007374458
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Fourth Estate
Publication date: 01 April 2012
Description
Most young men at Westish College know that their 4 years on the baseball diamond are all they have left. Only Henry Skrimshander seems to have a chance of keeping his dream alive. That is, until a routine throw goes astray. 5 lives brought togeth...Book Information
512 pages | first published 2011
The StoryGraph is an affiliate of the featured links. We earn commission on any purchases made.
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ISBN/UID: 9780007374458
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Fourth Estate
Publication date: 01 April 2012
Description
Most young men at Westish College know that their 4 years on the baseball diamond are all they have left. Only Henry Skrimshander seems to have a chance of keeping his dream alive. That is, until a routine throw goes astray. 5 lives brought togeth...Book information
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Graphic
Eating disorder, Mental illness, Panic attacks/disordersModerate
Death of parent, Addiction, AlcoholismMinor
Emotional abuse, Homophobia, Suicidal thoughtsCommunity Reviews
Summary of 4053 reviews
Moods
reflective 66%
sad 32%
hopeful 26%
inspiring 26%
challenging 20%
adventurous 18%
funny 18%
dark 9%
lighthearted 5%
relaxing 5%
tense 5%
informative 3%
mysterious 1%
Pace
slow 40%
fast 13%
Plot- or character-driven?
Character: 66% | A mix: 27% | Plot: 6%Strong character development?
Yes: 85% | It's complicated: 12% | No: 2%Loveable characters?
Yes: 54% | It's complicated: 37% | No: 8%Diverse cast of characters?
Yes: 54% | No: 22% | It's complicated: 18% | N/A: 4%Flaws of characters a main focus?
Yes: 95% | It's complicated: 2% | No: 2%Average rating