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All-in

All-in

Published in
2007
3.57
on Goodreads (204)

Description

"You know how they say you can't climb out of a hole till you hit bottom?" "Yeah?" "I'm trying to find the bottom." At seventeen, Denn Doyle isn't old enough to gamble legally, but thanks to his talent for reading tells, he's made a fortune -- and along the way, he's upset some of the most notorious Texas holdem players in Las Vegas, including Artie Kingston, who had already lost his nightclub to Denn. But now Denn's luck has run out and he's just about broke. His only chance is a million-dollar, winner-take-all tournament at Artie's new casino, but Denn can't play unless he comes up with the $10,000 entry fee. Denn's future all comes down to one hand of poker. National Book Award-winning author Pete Hautman introduced Denn Doyle in No Limit, of which School Library Journal said, "Fast paced and powerfully delivered...as taut and suspenseful as a high-stakes game." Here he deals another hand of love, luck, and greed in the high-stakes world of poker.
Age
12-15
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
208 pages
Book in series
#3

Why to read

  • Engaging Plot: The book offers a gripping and suspenseful storyline that keeps readers on the edge of their seats, eager to find out what happens next.
  • Character Development: Pete Hautman is known for creating well-rounded and relatable characters, making it a pleasure to follow their journeys and growth throughout the book.
  • Thought-Provoking Themes: The book delves into complex themes that encourage readers to think deeply about various aspects of life, society, or human nature.
  • Quality Writing: Hautman's writing style is both accessible and literary, providing a satisfying read for both casual readers and literary enthusiasts.