The Spy on Third Base (Peach Street Mudders Series)

Publishers Weekly - Publisher's Weekly

When a newspaper reports that T. V. Adams, third baseman for the Peach Street Mudders, seems to have psychic powers, T.V.'s playing is all fouled up. Ages 7-9. (Sept.)

Children's Literature - Carol Ann Lloyd-Stanger

How does third baseman T.V. Adams manage to predict almost exactly where opposing batters will hit the ball? He regularly directs his teammates where to stand in the field, and when they follow his advice they are much more likely to catch the ball and get the player out. But this amazing ability is not without its drawbacks. For one thing, his teammates seem to be unhappy when he keeps telling them what to do. Sometimes they even ignore him. Then a local newspaper declares him a "psychic" for his ability. Other kids start making fun of him. Then T.V. gets a call from a stranger who warns him not to use his "psychic" powers during an upcoming game. When the team ends up losing, he gets another call thanking him. Is T.V. to blame for his team losing? Is he different from other boys or does he just understand baseball and hitting? Good for young boys with lots of sports and action. The problem is easy to follow and will be important to boys who play team sports. Reviewer: Carol Ann Lloyd-Stanger