A Game Worth Watching ÷ All her life, people have told 17-year-old tomboy Emma Wrangton that she?s not good enough, smart enough, or strong enough to succe.
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(Worth Series #2)
Emma Wrangton knows how to play basketball. She knows when to pass, when to drive, when to shoot. She knows how to read the defense, how to adapt when a game takes an unexpected turn, and how to fearlessly face an opponent and fight for the win. Basketball is what she knows; basketball is what she’s good at. What she doesn’t know is how to trust herself when she’s confront...more
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SamanthaAlthough no sequels were planned for A Game Worth Watching originally, if all goes well, YES! I have ideas for a third book in the Worth series. And I…moreAlthough no sequels were planned for A Game Worth Watching originally, if all goes well, YES! I have ideas for a third book in the Worth series. And I have lots of ideas for other books too, so yes, I plan to continue writing. Thanks for your support! :)(less)
This question contains spoilers…(view spoiler)[So, Riley breaks up with her, gives up on her , after how awesome he was in book 1? Are they still together in this book or does that wonderful relationship goes down the drain ? (hide spoiler)]
SamanthaAs a writer, Riley and Emma's breakup was hard for me too! However, it was necessary for the overall story and for each of them as individuals. I…moreAs a writer, Riley and Emma's breakup was hard for me too! However, it was necessary for the overall story and for each of them as individuals. I tried to explain the reasons in the book, but if you have questions on that, please let me know. I'd be happy to clarify. :) In terms of the 3rd book, Riley and Emma are still together, going strong. The central conflicts of the story will not revolve around another break up for them or anything like that. They will have some tough decisions to make, but they will learn how to lean on each other more as life brings new challenges for them to face. So not to worry! :) Thanks for your question. (less)
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Dec 01, 2016Katlin Musial rated it really liked it
Hmm, where do I begin with this review.
A Shot Worth Taking starts up immediately right after A Game Worth Watching and it doesn't summarize what took place in the last book so you must read the last book before reading this one.
The writing was a lot better than the first book without the repetition of character that I complained about in my review of A Game Worth Watching.
The book took on a completely different direction than I thought it would. There wasn't much basketball and the major playo...more
A Shot Worth Taking starts up immediately right after A Game Worth Watching and it doesn't summarize what took place in the last book so you must read the last book before reading this one.
The writing was a lot better than the first book without the repetition of character that I complained about in my review of A Game Worth Watching.
The book took on a completely different direction than I thought it would. There wasn't much basketball and the major playo...more
Jan 23, 2017Melanie rated it really liked it
Emma and Riley are getting used to their changed relationship status from being best friends to being in a relationship. Emma is still playing basketball with the guys and a few new people have joined. She has a run in with the new guy Tyler (who soon becomes a friend) who as it turns out is staying at Riley's house after getting into trouble back home.
Emma is still playing basketball and is contemplating going to college but she has so often been told that she is not good enough. Since her Mum...more
Nov 08, 2016TSN rated it it was amazingEmma is still playing basketball and is contemplating going to college but she has so often been told that she is not good enough. Since her Mum...more
Shelves: favorites, super-favorites, 2016, new-adult, romance-sports, romance, romance-contemporary, tomboy, read-again, 2018
Re-read December 2018
God how I hope Samantha Gudger will write a third book about Em!
I'm blown away! Lost for words! This book is so freaking amazing!!!
I absolutely loved the 1st book, A Game Worth Watching and it went immediately into my favorites list. So naturally a follow up sets up more than normal high expectations. And it exceeded every single one of them! I can't remember the last time I read a book I liked this much! I need a whole new category for this one - like a thousand times favor...more
God how I hope Samantha Gudger will write a third book about Em!
I'm blown away! Lost for words! This book is so freaking amazing!!!
I absolutely loved the 1st book, A Game Worth Watching and it went immediately into my favorites list. So naturally a follow up sets up more than normal high expectations. And it exceeded every single one of them! I can't remember the last time I read a book I liked this much! I need a whole new category for this one - like a thousand times favor...more
Feb 13, 2017Leigh Ann Atwood rated it really liked it · review of another edition
Tough
I just could not finish this tale - too dark for me. Well written, well cast. Perhaps on another day in a more resiliant mood.
I just could not finish this tale - too dark for me. Well written, well cast. Perhaps on another day in a more resiliant mood.
Dec 27, 2016Craig Anderson rated it it was amazing · review of another edition
Loved it.
If you liked the first book you will definitely enjoy this one as well. I hope we catch another story of the college years. Some characters should not be forgotten.
If you liked the first book you will definitely enjoy this one as well. I hope we catch another story of the college years. Some characters should not be forgotten.
Jun 03, 2018Shay rated it really liked it · review of another edition
Great story. I liked the first one a bit more, but this is still very enjoyable.
This picks up a few weeks after the last book. Emma and Riley are a couple now. The basketball season is over.
This story does not focus on basketball as much as the previous. Basketball is Emma's only way to play in college, so is trying to get recruited. Riley's father helps her with this.
Riley's family also takes in Tyler, a troubled teen of a friend. The three (Emma, Riley and Tyler) have a rocky start, but as t...more
This picks up a few weeks after the last book. Emma and Riley are a couple now. The basketball season is over.
This story does not focus on basketball as much as the previous. Basketball is Emma's only way to play in college, so is trying to get recruited. Riley's father helps her with this.
Riley's family also takes in Tyler, a troubled teen of a friend. The three (Emma, Riley and Tyler) have a rocky start, but as t...more
Reviewed for YA Books Central
An excellent follow up.
The story:
We meet Emma again when she is still in the early stages of her relationship with Riley, preparing for the basketball playoffs, and doing her best to avoid her family. Most of the book centers on her reconciling with her brothers and eventually her father, trying to understand them, as they realize they may lose her to the college scouts sniffing her way. Her entire life she's been told she isn't good enough by the people she loves mo...more
An excellent follow up.
The story:
We meet Emma again when she is still in the early stages of her relationship with Riley, preparing for the basketball playoffs, and doing her best to avoid her family. Most of the book centers on her reconciling with her brothers and eventually her father, trying to understand them, as they realize they may lose her to the college scouts sniffing her way. Her entire life she's been told she isn't good enough by the people she loves mo...more
Jan 01, 2018Tineke rated it it was amazing
A Shot Worth Taking is Samantha Gudger's second novel. I read the first one, A Game Worth Watching some months ago and rather liked it, so I was looking forward to read more of Samantha Gudger's work. A Shot Worth Taking certainly didn't disappoint. I absolutly loved it. It picks up where 'A Game Worth Watching' ended, which means that we get to follow Emma during the last months of her senior high school year. I have to admit that I shed a few tears while reading this book, but mostly I smiled....more
“I didn’t need him. I needed you.”
-“...you were a fighter. You knew what you needed and what you wanted, and you went for it. You had Riley by your side, and together you two could figure out anything. I knew as long as he was your friend, you’d always be looked after by someone...”
What if her family isn’t a shot worth taking? Emma has to decide...
I really liked how Emma grew, developed, and matured throughout the two-book series. Once again, I found myself in tears, angry at how Emma was treate...more
-“...you were a fighter. You knew what you needed and what you wanted, and you went for it. You had Riley by your side, and together you two could figure out anything. I knew as long as he was your friend, you’d always be looked after by someone...”
What if her family isn’t a shot worth taking? Emma has to decide...
I really liked how Emma grew, developed, and matured throughout the two-book series. Once again, I found myself in tears, angry at how Emma was treate...more
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Jan 20, 2018Karen zi rated it it was ok
It's been a long time since I got angry. Of course, the story is pretty, the characters as well, but ... there's a big one but! I feel teased, because it isn't with a simple and complete turnaround that can be explain the absence of a family and the shortcomings suffered for years. I can't accept the simple explanation given. If in the first book they are traced as hateful, cruel and full of resentment, I don't accept that I am told that it was only a facade, waiting for a gesture to change comp...more
I really liked this book. I like how the characters have to deal with ups and downs and that lofe isn't all sunshines and rainbows. There were stages for most of the characters where I didn't like them, which makes them seem even more real. I really want to hear about what happens with Lance, Logan, Tyler and the younger bous, as well as Ashley and Shiloh and all the bbal guys and gals through the books.
And i just have to say that i ship Lance and Tyler ?
And i just have to say that i ship Lance and Tyler ?
The ending of this book series was abrupt. I expected more than Emma being driven by her father to college. Tyler just leaving was odd considering his situation at home. I really connected with him.
Riley was irritating in this book.
All in all, a decent 2 book series to read. Happy reading!
Riley was irritating in this book.
All in all, a decent 2 book series to read. Happy reading!
Jul 04, 2018Linsey rated it it was amazing · review of another edition
I loved the conclusion to this two book series. Everything wrapped up the way I thought it would. If you like girls high school basketball or sports in general you will love this book. A five star read.
Aug 20, 2017Jessica rated it it was amazing · review of another edition
Love this second book because I love the way her relationship develops with her family. I hated not knowing anything about Emma's family from the first book so, learning more about them and seeing the way they all interacted it was so heart warming. Great second book!
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A former three-sport athlete in high school, Samantha grew up with a ball in one hand and a book in the other. From the moment her first grade teacher asked her what she wanted to be when she grew up, Samantha knew she wanted to be an author.
Samantha currently resides in the Pacific Northwest with her husband and two children. Books, writing, sports, and music top her list of favorites.
She is the...more
Samantha currently resides in the Pacific Northwest with her husband and two children. Books, writing, sports, and music top her list of favorites.
She is the...more
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