Ideal to engage reluctant readers aged 9-14. Katie’s friends think that cricket is stupid, just like the boys who play it. But Katie really wants to try out for her school team. Are girls allowed to play cricket too? If Katie is brave enough to join the team, she’ll have to deal with David, who thinks he is the greatest player of them all! This exciting series of short-chapter books offers page-turning adventures supported by vibrant manga-style illustrations. The gripping stories have been specially written to get boys reading, and to create a link between reading enjoyment and reading success. Each book features a different scenario and characters, each with a theme of heroic adventure. Guaranteed to grab even the most reluctant boy reader! Interest age: 7-12 Reading age: 7-8