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Description
Sully is the best tree climber in the village. But when new kid Nottingham shows up and astonishes everyone with his climbing skills, Skully's status is under threat. There's only one way to prove who's best. Contains themes of abuse and mild profanity.
Quick Summary
If you've got a kid who loves a good rivalry story, this one's for them. Sully's been the top tree climber in his village for years, but when Nottingham shows up and effortlessly outclimbs everyone, things get tense fast. It's a quick read at just over 15,000 words, perfect for kids who struggle to finish longer books. The climbing scenes are genuinely exciting, and the way these two push each other makes you keep turning pages. Fair warning for parents there's a backstory involving abuse that comes into play, plus some mild profanity, so it's best for slightly older middle graders (6th grade and up). Think of it as a short, punchy story that handles some heavy stuff alongside the fun competition. Kids who enjoy books about rivalries or outdoor adventures will probably devour this one.