Title
Gym Candy: A Novel by Carl Deuker - Paperback –
"Gym Candy" by Carl Deuker is a gripping and poignant tale that delves into the pressure faced by high school football players, particularly focusing on the character Mick Johnson. A talented running back, Mick harbors dreams of glory on the field, but he soon encounters the harsh realities of the sport, including the intense competition and the desire to gain an edge over his peers.
As Mick navigates the challenges of football, he becomes entangled in the world of performance-enhancing drugs, referred to as "gym candy." This decision leads him down a path filled with moral dilemmas, physical consequences, and the struggle for self-acceptance. The novel examines the allure of shortcuts to success and the toll that the pursuit of perfection can take on a young athlete's life.
Through Mick's journey, Deuker explores themes of ambition, integrity, and the cost of wanting to be the best, all set against the backdrop of the high-stakes environment of high school sports. The story ultimately raises important questions about the true nature of success and the sacrifices made in its pursuit.
Product details
- Publisher : Clarion Books; Reprint edition (September 22, 2008)
- Language : English
- Paperback : 313 pages
- ISBN-10 : 0547076312
- ISBN-13 : 978-0547076317
- Item Weight : 2.31 pounds
- Dimensions : 5.5 x 0.78 x 8.25 inches
- Condition: Used- Good
Genres: Sports, Young Adult, Realistic Fiction, Fiction, Football, Contemporary, High School, Middle Grade, Teen,
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"Gym Candy" by Carl Deuker is a gripping and poignant tale that delves into the pressure faced by high school football players, particularly focusing on the character Mick Johnson. A talented running back, Mick harbors dreams of glory on the field, but he soon encounters the harsh realities of the sport, including the intense competition and the desire to gain an edge over his peers.
As Mick navigates the challenges of football, he becomes entangled in the world of performance-enhancing drugs, referred to as "gym candy." This decision leads him down a path filled with moral dilemmas, physical consequences, and the struggle for self-acceptance. The novel examines the allure of shortcuts to success and the toll that the pursuit of perfection can take on a young athlete's life.
Through Mick's journey, Deuker explores themes of ambition, integrity, and the cost of wanting to be the best, all set against the backdrop of the high-stakes environment of high school sports. The story ultimately raises important questions about the true nature of success and the sacrifices made in its pursuit.
Product details
- Publisher : Clarion Books; Reprint edition (September 22, 2008)
- Language : English
- Paperback : 313 pages
- ISBN-10 : 0547076312
- ISBN-13 : 978-0547076317
- Item Weight : 2.31 pounds
- Dimensions : 5.5 x 0.78 x 8.25 inches
- Condition: Used- Good
Genres: Sports, Young Adult, Realistic Fiction, Fiction, Football, Contemporary, High School, Middle Grade, Teen,
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