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Description
"Wired" by Sigmund Brouwer is a middle-grade novel about a teenage skier named Keegan who is competing in an important race. During the race, Keegan discovers a black wire stretched between two trees directly in his path. The book follows Keegan as he must react quickly to avoid the dangerous obstacle during the competition.
Quick Summary
A split-second decision during a championship ski race turns deadly when Keegan spots a sabotaged wire stretched across the trail, and readers will fly through the pages to find out who set the trap and why. Kids who love sports stories mixed with mystery will devour this fast-paced thriller where every turn on the mountain could be someone's last run. If your kid likes the danger and suspense of the I Survived series or the mystery elements in Holes, they will be totally hooked on this book. Perfect for kids in grades 4 through 6 who want a quick, gripping read that proves sometimes the most dangerous obstacles are the ones people set for each other.