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4.31 AVERAGE
4.31 AVERAGE
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Lu is 100% heart, and a great character and this is a great final leg in the Track "relay".
Listen, sometimes grownups disappoint, sometimes they regret what they've done, they are fallible - even your mom, even your dad, even your heroes. It's in there.
Integrity. Redemption. Babies. Lightning. Kiwis. It's all in there - definitely my favorite of the four.
Listen, sometimes grownups disappoint, sometimes they regret what they've done, they are fallible - even your mom, even your dad, even your heroes. It's in there.
Integrity. Redemption. Babies. Lightning. Kiwis. It's all in there - definitely my favorite of the four.
Jason did it again. Another book with a completely different style of main character, completely authentic voice/s, and drew me completely in. Couldn't go to sleep til I finished it. Gnite, Mr. Reynolds!
4/5. The Track series is awesome, and Lu is a great final leg (though Ghost and Patina were my favorites). I love how Reynolds focuses on the journey and self-discovery instead of the outcome of the race in each book. As in all the books in the Track series, Lu has scars and obstacles to overcome, and he does this with the help of his friends, Coach, and his family.
Wow. This was an excellent conclusion to the track series. Might even be my favorite of the four!
A wonderful ending to the Track series, with a fittingly poignant finale.
Before that though, Lu goes on a journey of his own, learning about the relationship between his father and Coach, as well as bullying and the many roads it can lead others to take.
Before that though, Lu goes on a journey of his own, learning about the relationship between his father and Coach, as well as bullying and the many roads it can lead others to take.
Perfect ending to this series. Would highly recommend to a child looking for a good sports themed book.
Another great entry to the Track series by Reynolds!
Summary: Lu knows he can lead Ghost, Patina, Sunny, and the team to victory at the championships, but it might not be as easy as it seems. Suddenly, there are hurdles in Lu's way--literally and not-so-literally--and Lu needs to figure out, fast, what winning the gold really means
Summary: Lu knows he can lead Ghost, Patina, Sunny, and the team to victory at the championships, but it might not be as easy as it seems. Suddenly, there are hurdles in Lu's way--literally and not-so-literally--and Lu needs to figure out, fast, what winning the gold really means
Lu is the final book in Jason Reynolds' Track series. It follows Lu the final "newbie" on the Defenders Track Team. Lu is albino and has to deal with things like sunscreen and vision correction. He also deals with other kids teasing him for his lack of pigment. Lu's dad has a shady past that he has overcome, but it comes to light that part of that past intersects with Coach's past in a tragic way. Lu is trying to do hurdles for the team and struggling. He is also going to be a big brother for the first time.
I adore Jason Reynolds. I think he speaks with a voice that kids, especially kids of color, respond to. I loved Ghost, but can't say this is one of my favorites. Lu just didn't speak to me like Ghost or Patina did. I didn't find his story as compelling either. And his internal voice was a bit annoying (I actually found myself skimming some of his internal monologues.
I adore Jason Reynolds. I think he speaks with a voice that kids, especially kids of color, respond to. I loved Ghost, but can't say this is one of my favorites. Lu just didn't speak to me like Ghost or Patina did. I didn't find his story as compelling either. And his internal voice was a bit annoying (I actually found myself skimming some of his internal monologues.