Faith, an introverted fifth grader with a vivid imagination, starts middle school worrying about how she will fit in.
Johnson brings this diverse and spirited group of girls to life with her joyful art style and honest, thoughtful writing..
Cathy G.
The Breakaways is a positive exploration of the complexity of female friendships, as well as the ups and downs of middle school life.
Despite their losing streak, Faith and her fellow teammates form strong bonds both on and off the soccer field, which challenge their notions of loyalty, identity, friendship, and unity.
Having never played soccer in her life, Faith ends up on the C team, a ragtag group with a tendency for drama over teamwork.
To her surprise, Amanda, a popular eighth grader, convinces her to join the school soccer team, the Bloodhounds.
Faith, an introverted fifth grader with a vivid imagination, starts middle school worrying about how she will fit in
