Review: Go Lucky Devon!
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 01 27, 2014
This is a great uplifting story!  You'll find yourself rooting for Lucky from the very first chapter where he strikes out and feels the sheer joy of not being boo'd because he previously couldn't even hit a ball. The first scenario isn't a baseball victory but it sure is a personal one for Lucky, he was able to tip the ball and some contact is better than no contact!The story is really about resilience and a sheer will to play and love baseball. I learned a lot about the game and really both loved and hated what happens in locker rooms when team sports are involved!  There is some bullying and character building that really will open your eyes about the fraternity of boys on teams.In the middle of the book Lucky's "Luck" changes after an illness- and you will I'm sure join me in being horrified that his parents didn't get him medical attention sooner than they did. The author describes a fever so high that 'blisters formed on his lips". I found it so horrifying and secretly wished they'd had some consequences for neglect. (The neglect was more on the father, because his mom was simply being obedient.).Lucky really lives up to his name in the book and follow his pure love and spirit of baseball. Tarnavsky's writing really shines with his own love for the game  You'll love this story.