{"product_id":"9781250006370","title":"Love of the Game","description":"\u003cp\u003eMiddle school is full of new challenges for Jackson, Gig, Isaac, and Diego, four sports-loving friends who have always stuck together. Lockers that won't open, older (and bigger) kids, classes that are far apart, tons of homework—there's a lot to get used to. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne thing the boys are looking forward to, however, is making the football team. Not every one will get what he wants, though, on the field and at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHere is a story about how life, like sports, can be unpredictable, frustrating, and exhilarating. \u003ci\u003eLove of the Game \u003c\/i\u003eby John Coy is part of the 4 for 4 series, an action-packed middle grade series for young readers about four boys from diverse backgrounds who deal with family, friendship, and school situations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“There is a nice balance between the sports action and the portrayal of young people navigating the difficulties of growing up both at home and at school. Realistic characters, believable dialogue and a genuine feel for the rhythms and issues of middle-schoolers make this a satisfying addition to a solid middle-grade set.” —\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Square Fish","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47030066610416,"sku":"9781250006370","price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781250006370_p0.jpg?v=1763701078","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781250006370","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}