Other editions of book Close Call

Parker's Olympic dream is at risk...Parker Townsend and Christina Reese haven't seen much of each other lately. Parker is competing in the Olympic trials in combined training and Christina is racing Thoroughbreds. When Parker meets Lyssa Hynde, things only get worse.Lyssa, the daughter of a Montana rancher who rides her horse without a bit, has been winning everything and is fast becoming a celebrity. Christina instantly befriends Lyssa, eager to learn all her tricks. Parker's jealous of Lyssa, and it's affecting his riding. Will Parker let Lyssa ruin his shot at the Olympics?

A novel about friendship and sportsmanship by "an author who really has his finger on the way kids think." —The New York Times Ian and his friends love to play baseball. But lately it seems as if there's a problem at every game. If it isn't an argument over a call, it's the high school hoods throwing rocks at them. Ian can't understand it. All he wants to do is play ball. Why does he have to spend so much time settling arguments? Reviewers said of Todd Strassers most recent book, The Kidnap Kids: "Intrigue, danger, and suspense lurk around several corners and will keep readers turning the pages." — School Library Journal

Parker Townsend's relationship with his long-time girlfriend, jockey Christina Reece, is put at risk as Parker prepares to try out for the Olympic eventing team and Christian makes friends with Lyssa Hynde, another competitor whose riding secrets may winher the spot on the team.Parker's Townsend's relationship with Christina Reece is put at risk as Parker tries out for the Olympic eventing team and Christina makes friends with a competitor whose riding secrets may win her the spot on the team.