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3.54 AVERAGE
3.54 AVERAGE
Losers Take All was actually a good read for me. I would recommend this book definitely if you like a small laugh, nerdy teens, and a hint of family drama. If you love that small-town sports drama then this book is for you.
Liking this book is such a shocking feeling because I'm not much of a sports reader If so I prefer Highschool rival love books.
***spoilers***
The beginning was slow to me and the repetition of Logan's family history and the Logan express didn't help. Maybe it felt slow to me because this wasn't the type of book I normally read. I'm happy that I kept with it though because I can not deny that this book had its hilarious and shocking moments.
A lot of the reviews hyped this book up way, more than they should of. This book is good but not great.
Also, this book did so-so with time management but it had just enough spotlight on Becca & Jack's relationship. Wish it gave more spotlight to the characters but it did give enough to envision them on the field.
My only issue with this book was that they didn't resolve anything with the football team or the "muscle-head principle" Before Muhldinger passed the rule that all seniors must join a sports team. They supported their football team and were even at the track games/school sports events. So, I didn't like that Klass didn't give the football team a second chance. Maybe I'm just too sympathetic, but I felt that Muhldinger learned his lesson and deserved a chance at redemption. They once cheered for this man as the coach why such hard feelings now? He lost his girl, so he married football, he lost football now what does he got now?
The ending was rushed, way too rushed. No matter how badly I wanted The Losers to win, not everything's a fairytale story. I get that, but the least Klass could of gave us was the parents rushing the field. Jack's dad telling Jack he was proud of him, the scout giving Jack the nod, Ed telling Rob he was proud but in an awkward dad way, Becca's parents hugging her while Emily stood on the sideline looking uncomfortable. I don't know I just felt like the ending lacked that wow factor, but I'm not saying it isn't good just lacked in some places or I'm just picky. lol
Liking this book is such a shocking feeling because I'm not much of a sports reader If so I prefer Highschool rival love books.
***spoilers***
The beginning was slow to me and the repetition of Logan's family history and the Logan express didn't help. Maybe it felt slow to me because this wasn't the type of book I normally read. I'm happy that I kept with it though because I can not deny that this book had its hilarious and shocking moments.
A lot of the reviews hyped this book up way, more than they should of. This book is good but not great.
Also, this book did so-so with time management but it had just enough spotlight on Becca & Jack's relationship. Wish it gave more spotlight to the characters but it did give enough to envision them on the field.
My only issue with this book was that they didn't resolve anything with the football team or the "muscle-head principle" Before Muhldinger passed the rule that all seniors must join a sports team. They supported their football team and were even at the track games/school sports events. So, I didn't like that Klass didn't give the football team a second chance. Maybe I'm just too sympathetic, but I felt that Muhldinger learned his lesson and deserved a chance at redemption. They once cheered for this man as the coach why such hard feelings now? He lost his girl, so he married football, he lost football now what does he got now?
The ending was rushed, way too rushed. No matter how badly I wanted The Losers to win, not everything's a fairytale story. I get that, but the least Klass could of gave us was the parents rushing the field. Jack's dad telling Jack he was proud of him, the scout giving Jack the nod, Ed telling Rob he was proud but in an awkward dad way, Becca's parents hugging her while Emily stood on the sideline looking uncomfortable. I don't know I just felt like the ending lacked that wow factor, but I'm not saying it isn't good just lacked in some places or I'm just picky. lol
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Losers Take All put a huge smile on my face. It was funny, heartwarming, different, and full of love-ably quirky characters. At Jack's school, they are sports OBSESSED. Their last principal keeled over in the middle of a school run, and their new principal is even worse. He has decreed that all seniors must take part in a school sport team. Jack's friends band together to form a C soccer team, and make a pack that they will always lose. I thought their act of "rebellion" was pretty funny. And what happens after is even funnier.
Jack's father was a huge sports legend at his high school and he is still a town hero, so I know that must have been hard for Jack at home. I really liked how David Klass used sports and social media/school politics in Losers Take All. It is a parody of sorts, full of humor but not so far removed from real life. I could see something like this happening today. The pressure from schools, parents and even social perception to join all the clubs and teams and to be well rounded, which means playing a sport, and doing something artsy, and something academic, etc. Don't get me wrong- I love sports, but I think you should want to play them if you are going to join a team. Call me crazy.
Losers Take All is a book that will have you laughing, have you cheering and rooting for the most love-able group of teens. I love that this book is told from a male character's point of view. Jack is great. And watching his act of rebellion turn into something more was really special for me. Watching Jack and the rest of the team play soccer was a highlight as well. They were a hoot. I think there is something for everyone in Losers Take All. Some romance, some sports triumphs, lots of sports fails, and so many laughs. Whether you are a sports fanatic or if you don't even know the difference between a tennis ball and a golf ball, check out Losers Take All. It will put a smile on your face.
This review was originally posted on Book Briefs
Losers Take All put a huge smile on my face. It was funny, heartwarming, different, and full of love-ably quirky characters. At Jack's school, they are sports OBSESSED. Their last principal keeled over in the middle of a school run, and their new principal is even worse. He has decreed that all seniors must take part in a school sport team. Jack's friends band together to form a C soccer team, and make a pack that they will always lose. I thought their act of "rebellion" was pretty funny. And what happens after is even funnier.
Jack's father was a huge sports legend at his high school and he is still a town hero, so I know that must have been hard for Jack at home. I really liked how David Klass used sports and social media/school politics in Losers Take All. It is a parody of sorts, full of humor but not so far removed from real life. I could see something like this happening today. The pressure from schools, parents and even social perception to join all the clubs and teams and to be well rounded, which means playing a sport, and doing something artsy, and something academic, etc. Don't get me wrong- I love sports, but I think you should want to play them if you are going to join a team. Call me crazy.
Losers Take All is a book that will have you laughing, have you cheering and rooting for the most love-able group of teens. I love that this book is told from a male character's point of view. Jack is great. And watching his act of rebellion turn into something more was really special for me. Watching Jack and the rest of the team play soccer was a highlight as well. They were a hoot. I think there is something for everyone in Losers Take All. Some romance, some sports triumphs, lots of sports fails, and so many laughs. Whether you are a sports fanatic or if you don't even know the difference between a tennis ball and a golf ball, check out Losers Take All. It will put a smile on your face.
This review was originally posted on Book Briefs