Wild Cards
Summary
Wild Cards by Simone Elkeles is a young adult novel that explores themes of love, redemption, and the courage to change. The story focuses on Derek Fitzpatrick, a charming bad boy who is unjustly expelled from his private school and forced to live with his stepmother in a town he despises. There, he meets Ashtyn Parker, a determined and passionate girl who dreams of becoming the first female professional football player. Ashtyn is dealing with her own struggles, including family betrayals and the challenges of leading her school's football team to victory.
Despite their initial antagonism, Derek and Ashtyn's relationship evolves as they confront their personal demons and learn to trust each other.
Published by Walker Books for Young Readers, Wild Cards is targeted towards young adult readers.
Location
Located in the following libraries on March 26, 2024:
Lafayette High School
Marquette High School
