Book details
Dorothy's Derby Chronicles: Rise of the Undead Redhead (Dorothy's Derby Chronicles, 1)
Description
A fun, empowering series featuring an all-girls roller derby team, the challenges they must overcome, and the unique qualities each character has that helps lead to victory.Dorothy Moore has never been outgoing. In fact, she's downright shy. So when she and her sister Sam are forced to move in with their pink-haired, hearse-driving grandma, Dorothy's not sure she can survive as the new kid in school. When she reaches into her gym bag to find her sweats replaced with a sequined spandex body suit courtesy of Grandma Sally, she's sure she won't.Dorothy just wants to fit in at school, and learning how to skate from Grandma Sally seems like the wrong way to go. But meeting new friends Jade and Gigi-who save Dorothy from super embarrassment-makes all the difference, and Dorothy finds that skating in circles might be the path to happiness and adventure.
Age
9-12
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
256 pages
Book in series
#1
Why to read
- Empowering Themes: The book features strong, empowering themes that encourage readers, especially young girls, to believe in themselves, embrace their individuality, and overcome challenges with determination and teamwork.
- Exciting Plot: 'Dorothy's Derby Chronicles: Rise of the Undead Redhead' offers an engaging and fast-paced story that combines the thrilling world of roller derby with supernatural elements, keeping readers on the edge of their seats.
- Relatable Characters: The characters in the book are well-developed and relatable, with Dorothy being a particularly inspiring protagonist who many readers can identify with as she navigates the complexities of adolescence and finding her place in the world.
- Positive Messages: The book delivers positive messages about friendship, perseverance, and self-confidence. It encourages readers to work together, support one another, and stand up for what they believe in, making it a great read for young audiences.