Falling Short
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Ernesto Cisneros, Pura Belpré Award-winning author of Efrén Divided, is back with a hilarious and heartfelt novel about two best friends who must rely on each other in unexpected ways. A great next pick for readers who loved Ghost by Jason Reynolds or The First Rule of Punk by Celia C. Pérez. Isaac and Marco already know sixth grade is going to change their lives. But it won’t change things at home—not without each other’s help. This year, star basketball player Isaac plans on finally keeping up with his schoolwork. Better grades will surely stop Isaac’s parents from arguing all the time. Meanwhile, straight-A Marco vows on finally winning his father’s approval by earning a spot on the school’s basketball team. But will their friendship and support for each other be enough to keep the two boys from falling short?
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*♾/5. I loved this book so much. I adored Marco & Issac's friendship. It was really refreshing to see that they were complete opposite, but were the best of friends. Not saying it's uncommon, just saying that I enjoyed seeing it. Another thing I loved was how the sports aspect of the book wasn't boring. I wouldn't say I hate sports, but it has to hook me from the start if I want anything to do with it..and I feel like this book did it perfectly. I honestly loved this book so much. It was amazing.
