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Synopsis
There was no warning, just a loud metallic bang, and the engine noise stopped instantly. Everything immediately went white, as if I was a plane that had suddenly flown straight into a cloud. The cockpit of the car filled with thick, white smoke, stinging my eyes and nose. I couldn't even see the steering wheel, much less the road ahead.
Eddie Stewart has what it takes to become a top racing driver -- everything, that is, except money. That hasn't stopped him and his team from sinking all their savings into a Trans-Am Mustang and entering it in their first pro race. But it will take more than skill and nerve to make it to the victory podium. Eddie is about to learn that some drivers will do anything to win -- even play by their own set of rules.
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Anthony Hampshire is a rural school principal who has been an educational technology consultant, classroom teacher, football coach and, naturally, a racing driver! Born and raised in Calgary, Alberta, and London, England, Anthony has earned national and provincial awards for his work in school curriculum and media. He sees his writing as an opportunity to both encourage reading in young people and to build character.
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Grade 6 Up—A group of friends dream of success on the professional auto-racing circuit. Eddie, the driver; Rick, the engineer; and Herb, the mechanic, are joined in their quest by Eddie's Aunt Sophie, team owner; and Rick's sister Caroline, team manager and possible romantic interest for Eddie. The young men start racing in the Trans Am series and then have the opportunity to lease a damaged Formula Atlantic car for one race, enlist professional help, land a sponsor, and make friends and enemies on the track and off as they emerge as contenders for the Formula Atlantic championship. Along the way, they cope with endless travel, the theft of their equipment, and even a hilarious TV interview. Racing scenes are limited in number and length, but are very well done and accurately use racing terminology to describe events. The series' focus is on the team's struggles, such as personality issues, long hours, crashes, and money, and while the characters aren't developed, the stories are engaging and fast paced, and carry a good sense of anticipation. Occasional black-and-white photos depict racing scenes. Eddie's team's early success is somewhat implausible, but Hampshire's stories will appeal to racing fans and anyone who roots for underdogs.—Jeffrey A. French, Willoughby-Eastlake Public Library, Willowick, OH
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Fast Track (Redline Racing)
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Fitzhenry and Whiteside (edition 1), 2005
ISBN 10: 1550415700
ISBN 13: 9781550415704
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Paperback. Condition: Fair. 1. The item might be beaten up but readable. May contain markings or highlighting, as well as stains, bent corners, or any other major defect, but the text is not obscured in any way. Seller Inventory # 1550415700-7-1-13