Super Fast, Out of Control! (A Stepping Stone Book(TM))

Sachar, Louis

ISBN 10: 0679990011 ISBN 13: 9780679990017

Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers, 2000

Synopsis

Many have tried to master the slippery slopes of Suicide Hill on their bikes. Marvin's older brother has conquered the hill, but Marvin has steered clear. Until now. The word at school is that Marvin will be taking on the hill with his new mountain bike. But the truth is, he can barely climb on the seat! And the gears--forget about it. How did he suddenly become a daredevil? Does he have to go through with it to prove himself? If Marvin makes it, he'll be a hero. If not, his friends and family may catch the biggest wipeout in history!

About this title

From the Back Cover:

Botched bike races and broken noses...

Suicide Hill is the stuff of legends. Many have tried to master the slippery slopes on their bikes, but few have succeeded. The word at school is that Marvin will be taking on the hill with his new mountain bike. But the truth is, he can barely climb onto the seat! And shifting gears -- forget about it. How did he suddenly become a daredevil? Does he have to ride down Suicide Hill to prove himself? If Marvin makes it, he'll be a hero. If not, his friends and family will catch the biggest wipeout in history!

About the Author:

Louis Sachar is the bestselling author of the award-winning novel Holes, as well as Small Steps, The Cardturner, Stanley Yelnats’ Survival Guide to Camp Green Lake, There’s a Boy in the Girls’ Bathroom, The Boy Who Lost His Face, Dogs Don’t Tell Jokes, and the rest of the Marvin Redpost series, among many others. Visit him at louissachar.com.

About this edition

• Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers
• Publication date: 2000
• ISBN 10: 0679990011
• ISBN 13: 9780679990017
• Binding: Library Binding
• Number of pages: 96
• Illustrator: Wummer Amy