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Catching Jordan [Kindle Edition]

Miranda Kenneally
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"Whoever said football and girls don't mix hasn't read Catching Jordan. I couldn't put it down!" — Simone Elkeles, New York Times bestselling author of the Perfect Chemistry series

ONE OF THE BOYS

What girl doesn't want to be surrounded by gorgeous jocks day in and day out? Jordan Woods isn't just surrounded by hot guys, though–she leads them as the captain and quarterback of her high school football team. They all see her as one of the guys and that's just fine. As long as she gets her athletic scholarship to a powerhouse university.

But everything she's ever worked for is threatened when Ty Greeen moves to her school. Not only is he an amazing QB, but he's also amazingly hot. And for the first time, Jordan's feeling vulnerable. Can she keep her head in the game while her heart's on the line?

"A beautiful novel with a real and captivating depiction of high school relationships, Catching Jordan shows the same reverence for the human heart that it does for the game of football." —Karsten Knight, author of Wildefire



Editorial Reviews

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""I fell in love with the hero on page 1, and CATCHING JORDAN just gets better from there. This feel-good romantic comedy about high school football is the novel I've been waiting for. I loved it!" --Jennifer Echols, author of LOVE STORY
" - Jennifer Echols

""Anyone who's ever questioned her path in life will connect with Jordan's struggles and ultimate triumphs." " - Sarah Ockler

""This sounds absolutely fantastic! A girl being captain of the football team??? Love it! "" - Two Readers Reviews

""Jordan is a strong and independent young woman. Who just happens to be the best football player in the state, and a girl."" - The Book Whisperer

""Catching Jordan is the chocolate cake you eat after a very fulfilling meal. I couldn't get enough of it and it ended way too soon.
I definitely would recommend this book to anyone, because when you get right down to it, this book can be summed up in one word: AWESOMENESS!!!"-The Cozy Reading Corner" - The Cozy Reading Corner

""This is a wonderful young adult novel about following your dreams and facing life's realities. Jordan says it best, "Sometimes you have to give something up to get something better."-Reading Eating and Dreaming" - Reading Eating and Dreaming

""All you really need to know about American football to enjoy Catching Jordon is that they throw the ball a lot, don't worry about the rest the story itself is so witty and the romance is so deliciously good and that's all that really matters in the end."-My Keeper Shelf" - My Keeper Shelf

""Catching Jordan was everything that I hoped it would be and more! It's the kind of book that you pick up to read and find that you can't put it down until you've turned the last page!"-Reading in the Corner" - Reading in the Corner

""I promise you will not be able to put this novel down. I know I will not be alone when 'requesting' a sequel of Jordan's journey!!"-Patricia's Particularity " - Patricia's Particularity

""It was a little predictable. But that's okay! I just loved reading about a girl playing quarterback!"-So Many Books, So Little Time " - So Many Books, So Little Time

""A book that will pull at your heartstrings and not let you go until you finish the very last page."-Pages of Forbidden Love" - Pages of Forbidden Love

""This book gets better every time I read it. It has a timelessness to it, and particularly to its characters, that I believe will never fail to enthrall me."-Wordbird " - Wordbird

""All I can say is wow. I absolutely adored this book!"-Reading, Writing and Waiting" - Reading, Writing and Waiting

""It is definitely a To-Read...and a fun read at that."-A Tasty Read

" - A Tasty Read

""Catching Jordan is a lovely, realistic portrayal of one girl's journey through senior year, and it is definitely a book I'll be rereading when I want an awesome, feel-good, make-me-smile story. This is definitely one you don't want to miss!"-From A to Z" - From A to Z

""This is a book that made me laugh and cry. A book that made me want to hug its characters and shout at them. It was impossible to put down and if you just think that you might like this, pick it up immediately. I love it!"-Fictional Distraction" - Fictional Distraction

""I would definitely recommend Catching Jordan to football fans and people who like strong, female characters. I loved the message this book sends!"-Hippies, Beauties and Books Oh My!" - Hippies, Beauties and Books Oh My!

""Bottom line? This is the book that made me want to read more contemporary. Absolutely five stars out of five, and if you haven't already ordered your copy, you really ought to get on that."-Coffee Life Love" - Coffee Life Love

""If you are at all a fan of contemporaries or contemporary romance, you must add 'Catching Jordan' to the top of your list. I'm so glad I read it, and I've already ordered a copy for myself."-Book Labyrinth" - Book Labyrinth

""I absolutely LOVED Jordan. She is a great role model for teens today showing them that you can do anything as long as you work hard."-Nightly Readings" - Nightly Readings

""Do I recommend? If it wasn't obvious, YES. A MILLION TIMES YES."-Gypsy Book Reviews" - Gypsy Book Reviews

""CATCHING JORDAN is by far my favorite read of the year!"-IB Book Blogging

" - IB Book Blogging

"This book was a wonderful example of what can be great about contemporary YA and I really enjoyed it!
" - EX Libris

"I was pleasantly surprised by how much I actually loved this book... Catching Jordan was an empowering read, with a cute, romance aspect! " - Epic Book Adventures

""Sweetly satisfying."" - VOYA Magazine

"This book was just so real... Kenneally always keeps it real. This was an excellent, super satisfying read." - Heather Anastasiu

"Catching Jordan was a refreshing burst of light in a field of tired contemporary fiction novels. A one-of-a-kind main character that you can't help love, a sweet romance, great examples of friendship, and a prominent family subplot." - Alison Can Read

"An enjoyable read. I really look forward to reading more by this author!" - The Reader Bee

"Catching Jordan is a very enjoyable and entertaining read... Catching Jordan is something different in today's YA, and it's a fun, quick read that kept me turning the pages." - Let Them Read Books

"Jordan is an engaging and unique character; she is someone I feel I haven't met in previous forays into YA contemporary fiction, and she left me wishing that there was a greater variety of characters, of both genders, in all of the books that I read. " - Manga Mania Cafe

"This contemporary novel easily passed all of my expectations making it a perfect touchdown. 5 Stars " - Stalking the Bookshelves

"You should check out this book, especially if you love Kody Keplinger. You won't be sorry! " - Fictionators

"Catching Jordan definitely blew me away... It was amazing!" - Katie's Amazing Book Reviews

"Without being too heavy-handed, the book encourages teen girls to be themselves and to stop being so judgmental. If you're looking for a quick, light and romantic read, I think this might be it." - Anna Reads

" I really enjoyed this story... If you're a fan of YA contemporary reads then you should give this one a try!" - The Reading Book

" I could not put the book down! A very refreshing read. " - Novel Goddess

" The writing for me was perfect, the plot solid and engaging; it was a real page turner and I will definitely look out for more books by Ms Kenneally. " - Obsession With Books

"Catching Jordan delivered a compellingly intense story of self-discovery and growth with added drama, humor and a roller coaster romance. " - Literary Cravings

" Catching Jordan was an outstanding contemporary novel unlike any I've had the pleasure to read. I can't wait to read more from Miranda Kenneally. " - Total Bookaholics

"Jordan is one of the strongest voices I've read in a while... For YA contemporary lovers, this is a MUST read." - YA Bliss

"It's these layers of the story that make this book a compelling read." - 2 Read or Not 2 Read

"I for one, really enjoyed this book, and I'll be reading the next one for sure! 4/5 Ribbons " - Shabby Reading

"The protagonist is a smart, level headed girl who (predictably) has issues to sort through, but never spirals down into melodramatic fits. Great read." - A Promontory First blog

"Overall, fantastic read! I love a good contemporary and this was definitely it! " - The Sweet Bookshelf

"Catching Jordan was a perfect read. Definitely pick this book up if you get a chance, odds are you won't regret it." - Emilie Book World

" Catching Jordan is a must-read and a definite re-read!" -

" It's such a heart-warming journey getting to the end. Catching Jordan is a must-read and a definite re-read for me!" - The Autumn Review

" This has been one of my favorites so far of 2012." - Starry Sky Books

"Catching Jordan was a great read... I think every teenager will be able to relate to this book. " - The Writing Dancer

"If you like contemporary YA then this is a must read, even if football isn't your favorite thing." - Stuck in Books

"CATCHING JORDAN is an exciting and fresh YA contemporary debut that had me going. She has proven herself to be a fantastic author and her next books will be auto-buys for me. " - IBook Blogging

" Ms Kenneally delivered a very solid debut novel. I truly enjoyed Catching Jordan and found it quite refreshing :)" - Natuschan

"Catching Jordan is a contemporary novel that filled with real characters and gives an accurate portrayal of being a high school athlete both male and female." - Hypable

"Characters. Relationships. Growth. Love. Finding humor in everyday situations. If you are looking for a feel good book with a relatable protagonist and a fantastic cast of secondary characters, I wholeheartedly recommend Catching Jordan." - The Caffinated Reader

"While this book nailed the emotional aspects, evoked my memories, and was just a really great story - what pushed it from really great to fan-freaking-tastic was that it wasn't what I expected. Jordan was a fresh voice in YA,. I adore this book." - In The Best Worlds

"This is a wonderful story about the lengths friends and things in the name of friendship will do, as well as sweet a love story." - From Me To You

"Light, enjoyable, and fun, I would recommend this book to anyone looking for an entertaining, romantic read." - Sera-Phyn

" Catching Jordan is by all odds one of my favorite books of all time. " - Tiny and her Books

"Miranda Kenneally's writing is just fabulous – funny and realistic and fresh. Truly outstanding debut and a gem amongst contemporary YA. " - Painting with Words

" A great coming of age story with a side of teen love!" - Librarina

"Miranda's writing is fabulous and full of energy. Read it. Read it soon!" - Miss Page Turner's City of Books

"A great coming of age story with a side of teen love!" - East Green Bush Library

"This is definitely a MUST-READ, MUST-BUY! 5 out of 5 Stars!" - Good Choice Reading

"Catching Jordan is an exemplary YA contemporary book; it offers up the best of what most readers are looking for, mingling humour with heartgripping moments and the complications that come with growing up." - Ever After Esther

"Catching Jordan by Miranda Kenneally was a fun, sweet, and dramatic teen read fit for any reader who enjoys a cast of admirable characters." - Mocha Latte Reads

""Highly entertaining and sooooooooooo sweet that I now have a tooth ache, Catching Jordan is absolutely mind blowing and deserves an extra star simply because of Henry's rocking moves :)"" - See it or Read it

" Something to read and enjoy on a great, sunny day." - Wandering Fan Girl

"A fun story and fantastic characters make this an easy one to love." - The Busy Bibliophile

"A great novel that will keep your engrossed. " - Book Obsessed

"Loved Loved Loved! This debut book will probably be one of my favorites of the year! Please read it now!" - Princess Bookie

"If you want a book that will pull you in and engage you with characters who ring true, "Catching Jordan" is the book you want to read." - Examiner

" I found myself speeding through the book to know how Jordan's life changed throughout her many revelations and I think you will too!" - I Just Want To Sit Here and Read

"Overall, Catching Jordan is a book easily devoured in one sitting and one that is far more satisfying than we initially expected, making it a truly pleasant surprise that lingers in our memories when we were previously convinced it would only be a passing fancy.

Rating: 4.5/5 " - Supernatural Snark

"Overall, this was a very enjoyable book to read! While this book is a lot more about relationships and realizing that sometimes there's more to life than meets the eye, football does play a huge role it in! I can't wait to read more from Miranda!" - Reading the Best of the Best

" I knew I would like this book, I just wasn't expecting to like it as much as I did. So much so in fact, that I couldn't even put it down. I read it in a matter of hours. I read it when I really should have been doing something else productive like, you know, laundry or dusting or probably numerous other things but hey, those could wait, Jordan and gang could not." - My Guilty Obsession

"Catching Jordan was an outstanding contemporary novel unlike any I've had the pleasure to read. I can't wait to read more from Miranda Kenneally. " - Confessions of a Bookaholic

" The story was cute, fun, and a nice change from how contemporary novels usually are. I loved how strong, confident, and independent Jordan was" - Maji Bookshelf

"The best thing here has to be the connections that they had with each other: Sam and Jordan. Jordan and her brother. Jordan and her team. Jordan and her father... sweet and so darned cute!" - Sassy Reads

"Catching Jordan by Miranda Kenneally is a book that is among my favorites of the year and was a stunning debut. It's a book that I will be telling everyone about, and how they need to read it now, as it is that good. Words really cannot capture how much I loved this book. It has a brilliant story worth telling, and sends a great message: to work for your dreams no matter what others tell you." - The Book Cellar

""AMAZING read"-Blogger Melissa, YA Book Nut " - YA Book Nut

""...fun, heart-warming, and fantastic"- Blogger Ciara, Lost At Midnight Reviews " - Lost At Midnight Reviews

""I was hooked by the story from page one"-Blogger Hannah, Aurora Public Library Teen Space " - Aurora Public Library Teen Space

""...an enticing read with a unique premise and a rich cast of characters."- Izzy" - My Words Ate Me

""I really liked Jordan. She's strong and good at what she does and she knows it"-Penelope " - Living Vicariously (Through Books)

""Catching Jordan is a definite read for everyone; sports fan or not"- Blogger AnnMarie, World of Books " - World of Books

About the Author

Growing up in Tennessee, Miranda Kenneally dreamed of becoming an Atlanta Brave, a country singer (cliché!), or a UN interpreter. Instead she writes and works for the State Department in Washington, D.C., where George W. Bush once used her shoulder as an armrest. Miranda loves Twitter, Star Trek, and her husband. Visit www.mirandakenneally.com.


Product Details

  • File Size: 1070 KB
  • Print Length: 290 pages
  • Page Numbers Source ISBN: 1402262272
  • Publisher: Sourcebooks Fire (December 1, 2011)
  • Sold by: Amazon Digital Services, Inc.
  • Language: English
  • ASIN: B005WJJMQW
  • Text-to-Speech: Enabled
  • X-Ray: Enabled
  • Lending: Not Enabled
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #7,044 Paid in Kindle Store (See Top 100 Paid in Kindle Store)
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25 of 25 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars One-of-a-Kind, Inspirational, and Fun! :D December 15, 2011
Format:Paperback
I've been wanting to read Catching Jordan since before they changed the name from Score. The cover was adorable and the blurb had me hankering to read it. Now, after having read it, I can totally confirm that Catching Jordan is an amazing book! :D

The characters of Catching Jordan were fantastic! Jordan was an amazing heroine, and she was so strong...physically and psychologically. Just in case you aren't sure about what I mean with psychologically there (and I don't blame you, I'm even a little unsure :P), I mean that she knows what she wants, and she has her mind made up. That being said, she also knows when it's time to change her mind and be open for those changes. Jordan's football teammates were awesome! I loved her relationship with the guys. They respected her, and they were her best friends. It was also pretty adorable when they would stand up for her. Her relationship with her brother was awesome, too. My brother and I are definitely not that close...and I think maybe that's a good thing. I don't really want to start talking about boys with him. :P Anyway, I loved Jordan, and her friends...and now onto her love interests. Oh, Ty, well Ty was gorgeous, sweet, and I liked how his relationship with Jordan changed. I won't tell you those changes, so you'll have to read about them. Then there was Henry. I loved him as her best friend, and again, I'll let you all read the book to see what happens there. :P

The story itself was...awesome. Honestly, it's hard to describe just how different this book is from others out there. Most YA books with sports, football in particular, are male-centric, or if there is a female lead, she's usually a cheerleader or an outcast who loves or pines after a football player. Catching Jordan was completely different. Jordan is the starting quarterback and captain on her high school's football team. It was so inspiring to have such a strong female character who was so determined to do what she loved and be seen as an equal. She also stood up for herself, which was fantastic. Another amazing was that this book didn't just focus on romance. I love stories that have relationships in their forefront that aren't just romantic ones, and Catching Jordan had familial and amicable relationships (minus the romance) in spades. One relationship in particular that stood out to me was Jordan's relationship with her father. It made me so sad because it was so strained at the beginning of the book, but I loved seeing their relationship change and seeing them grow closer.

One thing I will warn readers about is that there is sex in this book. It isn't vividly described, but it is mentioned a lot, and quite casually, so I'm not sure if that aspect of the book will appeal to everyone. The flippancy that the characters had for sex was one of the few things that kind of turned me off (no pun intended :P). It just seemed like no one really took it seriously. Maybe that's just my romantic side rearing its head, but it kind of stood out to me, so I wanted to mention it. Now, I will say that it didn't really change how I felt about the book. The characters and the story itself were still amazing, and I think that the book still carries a strong message. Actually several strong messages. It stressed equality, and how being one gender shouldn't stop you from doing what you love even if it isn't "normal" for you to be doing it. A girl can play football, and it shouldn't matter that she's a girl, only that she's skilled. It stresses equality, respect, and following your dreams. It stresses standing up for yourself, and realizing when you're letting other people control you.

Catching Jordan is amazing. It's a powerful story, and will stick with you long after you've read it. Okay, now here come the lame football jokes that I've been holding back. Just as you Remember the Titans (amazing movie, btw), you will remember Catching Jordan, and you can be sure this book will score a touchdown with you. Okay, maybe you can't be sure, but I hope that if you guys do check it out, you like it as much as I did. I definitely recommend Catching Jordan, especially if you're looking for a contemporary YA that's one of a kind. :)

So, have you read Catching Jordan yet?
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***This review was originally posted on my blog, Burning.x.Impossibly.x.Bright.
---I was provided with an egalley of Catching Jordan through NetGalley in order to participate in the blog tour, this did not influence my review.
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23 of 23 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars The awesomeness of Friday Night Lights with a twist December 1, 2011
Format:Paperback
Meet Jordan, high school football captain, quarterback, and... girl. This book is about football the way Friday Night Lights is about football. Yes, it's there, and it's a big part of the characters' lives. But at its core, this book is about one girl standing up for her dreams and tackling any obstacle thrown in her path -- sometimes successfully, sometimes not. It's about expectations, family, friendships, love, and a healthy dose of straight-up girl power.

And don't even get me started on all those cute football boys. Competitive drive and sexual tension for the win! ;-)

I devoured this book. Anyone who's ever questioned her path in life will connect with Jordan's struggles, missteps, and ultimate triumphs.
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20 of 23 people found the following review helpful
2.0 out of 5 stars Disappointing May 21, 2012
Format:Kindle Edition|Amazon Verified Purchase
I'd read a lot of hype about this book and was really looking forward to reading it. I think the premise is great (though it strains credulity, frankly.) But the execution was weak. Overall the characters and treatment of the various issues were annoyingly superficial.Jordan comes off as incredibly self-absorbed and rather vapid as well, which struck me as ironic as she's relentlessly critical in the book of a particular brainless/sex-crazed cheerleader who's as stereotypical as they get. I also had a lot of trouble buying the love triangle (seriously, does every YA have to have a love triangle????? It's getting old...) The writing is also fairly pedestrian. Here's a sample: "How did I never realize that girls can have just as much fun, and have the same kind of fun, as guys do?" This is when she realizes that she can be friends with girls in addition to guys. Oh my. What a revelation (and again, I really had trouble buying this, that she had never had female friends.)

Spoiler alert: I found Jordan's willingness to go from never having kissed a guy to hooking up with someone within a few days--and continuing to have sex with him once she realizes she has no real interest in him--really distasteful. Overall, I found her a character I couldn't relate to. The pathetic attempts to have her be less one-dimensional by "writing" in her journal didn't work for me at all.

Hey, two things I did like--I thought the dialogue felt very natural. And I loved that Jordan was a girl who could EAT! It makes sense given her size and how much she works out, but I did enjoy hearing about how she satisfied her massive appetite. But then she goes and has a Diet Coke? Really, of any girl who's going to drink a full-sugar coke, it'd be Jordan.

Anyway, if you want a very breezy, beach kind of read, this might work for you. I was just expecting more--and think it's a shame there wasn't.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars The best book ever
This book was one of the best books that I've ever read in my life. I would so recommend this to anyone that likes football and love stories.
Published 4 days ago by Lilie Totton
5.0 out of 5 stars Super great
I love this book so much! It isn't your average love story. It actually has some depth and character to it. It's a great read!!!
Published 5 days ago by MaKenzie Bentzinger
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic YA
This is the first book by Miranda that I've read and I honestly cannot wait to read the other books in the Hundred Oaks series. Read more
Published 5 days ago by Kristin
3.0 out of 5 stars Let down..
I read Catching Jordan with my friend Jude from Inbetween Writing and Reading and it started off great for me. Read more
Published 12 days ago by Kylee (Babbling of a Bookaholic)
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book!
I love reading about strong girls in sports and I really loved these characters. This was a light, fun read that I would totally recommend to anyone.
Published 12 days ago by Wendy Michaels
5.0 out of 5 stars Loved it!
I loved this book because I loved the characters. Jordan was my favorite even though she was a girl she wouldn't let that stop her from doing what she wanted to do. Read more
Published 21 days ago by Grace
5.0 out of 5 stars Best ever
I loved how well written this book is. It gave the readers what they wanted hear. You should totally get this book
It will blow your mind away.
Published 24 days ago by grace hockema
4.0 out of 5 stars liked it
Had normal high school drama with a boy and a girl. But I liked the football part of the story
Published 28 days ago by sierra Olivas
5.0 out of 5 stars Coming From a Fellow Female Athlete
Catching Jordan was, to say the least, Awesome!! Coming from a female athlete in a world that sometimes is reserved completely for the male gender, it can be sometimes hard. Read more
Published 29 days ago by Katie Kubas
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
This book took me one day to read and I'm not a fast reader but I couldn't put this down I was addicted. I even passed it on to one of my friends and she read it and loved it to! Read more
Published 1 month ago by dd
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Miranda Kenneally enjoys reading and writing young adult literature, and loves Star Trek, music, sports, Mexican food, Twitter, coffee, and her husband. She is from Tennessee but now lives and works in Washington, D.C.

Visit www.mirandakenneally.com and www.dearteenme.com!

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