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After getting caught committing a petty act of vandalism, two teenage boys land summer jobs at Prairie Winds Gold Course on the east side of St. Lo... read full description

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Jul 28, 2010
Sherry rated it: 5 of 5 stars
Finish Line is the second of a series of three novels by author, James Ross. It is set against the backdrop of Prairie Winds Golf Course on the east side of St. Louis. Don’t let that fool you into thinking this is a novel about golf. It is much more than that!

Finish Line is a story about two teenage boys that get into some trouble and what they learn while paying for the damage they caused. This story is as alive today as it was during any generation before us. The author brings More...
Jul 24, 2010
Sarah rated it: 4 of 5 stars
For those who enjoyed author James Ross’ first novel, Lifetime Loser, you already will be familiar with the Prairie Winds Golf Course that provides the setting for a good part of his new release. You also will know many in the cast of characters who provide the background conversations of the novel during their daily rounds on the greens or while relaxing in the clubhouse. And, you undoubtedly will recognize the attention to detail and strong character development that Ross has used before to More...
Jul 15, 2010
James rated it: 5 of 5 stars
This is a coming-of-age experience as two teenage boys befriend a cancer victim during a summer vacation.
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Mar 23, 2011
Sarah rated it: 3 of 5 stars
I wanted more focus on Keith and Justin. The cancer plot should have been a separate book.
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