This book is a very sporty book because it is about a boy how loves his footy and is really talented. This is my first book I have read that was from this author and I would say it is a fantastic book because of the way they have set it out and what happens in the book.

This book is based in Melbourne, Australia. This book is about AFl and were they set it is the right place because Melbourne is the biggest AFL city in Australia. The main character “Specky” is a person who seems real because he is a normal boy who plays footy and has friends like any normal boy will have.

During this story some amazing experiences happen to Specky, like in the beginning Specky was at a footy match, which he tries to kick the winning goal but someone puts him off.  Specky’s father has been late to all of Specky’s footy games and Specky is mad about that. Specky’s father works at an Art Centre. That morning, Specky was having an argument with his dad because he didn’t go to his footy match. Specky finds out that he is adopted and he tries and finds his real dad.

I would have to say this is my favorite book I have ever read because it has action and is a sporty book, has characters which are sometimes fun and is overall pleasant to read. My favorite part in the book was when Specky kicks thirteen goals in one game. I would recommend this book to people who are passionate about their AFL and those who love reading books. Overall I would rate this book an 7/10 because it is very good but not as good as The Hunger Games.

Taylor, Year 8