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Set against a backdrop of occult secrets and the dark history of slavery, this time-shifting thriller follows the mysterious disappearance of a soccer star. The narrative intertwines past and present, revealing the hidden connections between the sport and historical injustices. With an engaging plot and rich themes, the story explores the complexities of fame, identity, and the impact of history on contemporary lives.
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The Penalty, Mal Peet
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- Released
- 2007
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- Title
- The Penalty
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Mal Peet
- Publisher
- Candlewick Press (MA)
- Released
- 2007
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 272
- ISBN13
- 9780763633998
- Series
- Paul Faustino
- Tags
- Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Fantasy, Young Adult, Mystery Novels, Sports, Young Adult Fantasy, Football
- Rating
- 3.25 out of 5
- Description
- Set against a backdrop of occult secrets and the dark history of slavery, this time-shifting thriller follows the mysterious disappearance of a soccer star. The narrative intertwines past and present, revealing the hidden connections between the sport and historical injustices. With an engaging plot and rich themes, the story explores the complexities of fame, identity, and the impact of history on contemporary lives.