One Last Shot, John David Anderson
One Last Shot, John David Anderson
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One Last Shot

Author: John David Anderson

Narrator: Josh Hurley

Unabridged: 8 hr 54 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 05/05/2020

Synopsis

The beloved author of Ms. Bixby’s Last Day and Posted returns with a humorous and heartwarming story of family, friendship, and miniature golf. For as long as he can remember, Malcolm has never felt like he was good enough. Not for his parents, who have always seemed at odds with each other, with Malcolm caught in between. And especially not for his dad, whose competitive drive and love for sports Malcolm has never shared. That is, until Malcolm discovers miniature golf, the one sport he actually enjoys. Maybe it’s the way in which every hole is a puzzle to be solved. Or the whimsy of the windmills and waterfalls that decorate the course. Or maybe it’s the slushies at the snack bar. But whatever the reason, something about mini golf just clicks for Malcolm. And best of all, it’s a sport his dad can’t possibly obsess over. Or so Malcolm thinks. Soon he is signed up for lessons and entered in tournaments. And yet, even as he becomes a better golfer and finds unexpected friends at the local course, be wonders if he might not always be a disappointment. But as the final match of the year draws closer, the tension between Malcolm’s parents reaches a breaking point, and it’s up to him to put the puzzle of his family back together again.

About John David Anderson

John David Anderson is the author of more than a dozen acclaimed and beloved books for kids, including the New York Times Notable Book Ms. Bixby’s Last Day, Posted, Granted, One Last Shot, Stowaway, The Greatest Kid in the World, Keep It Like a Secret, and many more. A dedicated root beer connoisseur and chocolate fiend, he lives with his wonderful wife, two frawesome kids, and a pair of mischievous kitties in Indianapolis, Indiana. You can visit him online at johndavidanderson.org.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Jordan on July 06, 2020

I loved this. But then again, I love everything by Anderson. The mini golf structure was fun and the bickering parents were very relatable. It amazes me how I can read a character and know it's Anderson's character and voice, but they all feel unique and fresh story after story. Malcolm is no except......more

Goodreads review by Melanie on February 17, 2020

John David Anderson has me chuckling, hurting, hoping, and anticipating throughout this truly excellent work. Malcolm Greeley is just like so many tweens and teens—trying to find his niche, striving to make his parents proud but sure he isn’t, hurting and blaming himself when his parents fight, and......more

Goodreads review by Theresa on July 17, 2020

Thanks to Edelweiss for an ARC of this book. John David Anderson hits another home run, or more like a hole-in-one, with this book. I absolutely loved this one. Great characters which many students will be able to relate to. The author has a way, in all his books, to add humor while keeping the serio......more

Goodreads review by Kirsti on May 02, 2020

"Sometimes conversations are full of blank spaces. Like Mad Libs. Somebody will say something and the pause, waiting for you to think what they were too frightened or embarrassed or polite to say. My parents ended a lot of their sentences this way when they talked to each other. They had whole conve......more

Goodreads review by Afoma (Reading Middle Grade) on March 03, 2021

One Last Shot by John David Anderson is a moving story of learning to listen to one’s inner voice. Like most of Anderson’s work, this book is a beautiful celebration of friendship and mentoring. It also highlights the impact of parental strife and separation on children as well as the effects pushy,......more

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