Gabby Garcia's Ultimate Playbook

Reviewed by: Elizabeth Andersen - Westbrook High School, Westbrook, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: January 9, 2018

Review

Gabby’s middle school has to close unexpectedly during the school year because of asbestos and she is sent to another school. Up until this point, her year has been record-setting: good grades, good hair, and a stellar softball season. She expects things to continue along these lines at her new school but soon realizes that there might be more to middle school than winning and that it often takes a team to do so. Written in journal style with illustrations, readers will enjoy Gabby’s funny, sassy intelligence. They will root for her to succeed and learn important lessons with her along the way. This is the first in a series that will be a hit with middle schoolers.

Overall Book Score: very good