No one can outrun Cassie Price. Her dad tells everyone he meets that she has rockets in her shoes. And she seems to win every game she plays, without even trying very hard. But winning isn't always what it's cracked up to be, especially when your friends start saying mean things about you.
'I don't know why we even try. We all know Cassie Price is going to win, even with those broken down shoes.'
No one can outrun Cassie Price. Her dad tells everyone he meets that she has rockets in her shoes. And she seems to win every game she plays, without even trying very hard. But winning isn't always what it's cracked up to be, especially when your friends start saying mean things about you. When a new girl at athletics poses a challenge to Cassie, she might have to rethink how important winning really is.
Hamilton-based writer Alison Robertson writes fiction for young readers. Her first book, Knocked for Six, won the 2000 Tom Fitzgibbon Award. She has a background in journalism and applied arts, and has worked as a sports reporter for radio, and as a freelance writer.
This item is eligible for free returns within 30 days of delivery. See our returns policy for further details.