Key Player

How does Mia’s passion for journalism shape her choices throughout the book? How does it contribute to the novel’s thematic exploration of the Written Word as a Tool for Empathy?

What role do friendships play in Mia’s personal growth in this installment of the Front Desk series? How do her relationships with Lupe, Jason, and Hank evolve over the course of the novel?

What does the book suggest about the concept of success—both in sports and in life? How do different characters define and pursue success? Cite specific examples from the text to support your argument.