A Different Kind of Cheerleader

by Lira Brannon

13 year-old Tansy has a chip on her shoulder the size of the skateboard that left her a paraplegic. No matter how she tries, she can't get excited about starting Junior High. She has to watch as her friends realize their dream of making the Angel cheer squad--without her. Despite what her perpetually cheerful physical therapist says she can see no happy ending for someone like her. Her best friend and the one armed assistant cheer coach, keep preaching about their God and His love until she wants to throw her chair at them. But there's something about the two of them—something peaceful and happy that might be nice to have. Before she can help herself she begins to believe that maybe the most impossible dreams can come true.

231 pages, Paperback

First published May 26, 2014

Reviews

[Kathy Heare Watts]

I won an autographed copy of this book during a Goodreads giveaway. I am under no obligation to leave a review or rating and do so voluntarily. So that others may also enjoy this book, I am paying it forward by donating it to my local library.

[Gay Ingram]

What an inspiring read! I fell in love with the author’s rich writing style. Couldn’t help liking that spunky Tansy – a typical teen with a chip on her shoulder. The author did a fine job of capturing angst of a teenager facing a major problem. Her supporting characters were believable and made me wish I had people like them in my life when I was that age. I highly recommend this warm, inspiring read.