Stand-Off by Andrew Smith

Stand-Off

Winger #2

Andrew Smith

448 pages first pub 2015 (editions)

fiction contemporary young adult funny lighthearted slow-paced

Description

It’s his last year at Pine Mountain, and Ryan Dean should be focused on his future, but instead, he’s haunted by his past. His rugby coach expects him to fill the roles once played by his lost friend, Joey, as the rugby team’s stand-off and new ca...

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Community Reviews Summary of 639 reviews

Moods

emotional 77%
funny 77%
inspiring 22%
lighthearted 22%
sad 22%
adventurous 11%
challenging 11%
dark 11%
hopeful 11%
tense 11%

Pace

medium 62%
fast 25%
slow 12%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 100%

Strong character development?

Yes: 83% | It's complicated: 16%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 85% | It's complicated: 14%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 50% | Yes: 33% | N/A: 16%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

4.17

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