Whiteout

WC Mack

Steven has moved yet again to a new city. The one thing he takes with him everywhere is his love for snowboarding. In an attempt to fit in, Steven claims he's the cousin of the famous snowboarder Cody White. That rumour is soon debunked and Steven finds himself the prime target among peers. This is not the fresh start he had in mind. When he meets a mysterious stranger on the slopes, Steven soon discovers that he is one of his favourite snowboarders. Yet the budding friendship soon takes a nosedive, when, at the expense of their friendship, Steven goes out of his way to fit in at school.

Some books are great, quick reads. Whtieout is one such book. I found great pleasure in learning new snowboarding terms, hearing vivid descriptions of snow peaked mountains, and peering into one boy's life who lives for the slopes. I'm excited to recommend this to many young readers, particularly the sports inclined, potentially reluctant readers who are just looking for some fun book to whip through.