The Right Decision

A. C. Meyer

Sinopse

The Right Decision is not a book. It is the prequel of Under Pressure, the first young adult romance by A.C. Meyer, which takes us to the period before the story of Ryan and Mandy. If you've already read On Tiptoe, it is a great opportunity to reconnect with these characters who won the hearts of thousands of readers. But if this is your first contact with this universe, don't worry: In this book there are no spoilers.



Ryan McKenna is the captain of the Gloucester Knights, the state championship finalist basketball team, in his final period of high school. With a new perspective of his life in college approaching, Ryan must balance his responsibilities, aspirations, and an unexpected romance that can impact everything he has worked so hard to achieve. Between throws, pressure from all sides, and the desire to reach his dreams, he will discover that the true challenge is not just winning the state championship and etching his name forever in the team's history, but also preparing for the future that is coming.

Disponível desde: 17/02/2025.

Comprimento de impressão: 35 páginas.

Literatura Infanto Juvenil

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