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Book Review of Small Steps (Holes, Bk 2) (Readers Circle)

Small Steps (Holes, Bk 2) (Readers Circle)
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This is a good continuation of the story of Armpit from 'Holes'. While you don't need to read 'Holes' to read this book, it would help you understand the references to Camp Green Lake and help you know about who Armpit and X-Ray are and how they know each other.

Armpit is now home from Camp Green Lake and trying hard to get his life back together. He has an honest job and is going to summer school in order to hopefully graduate someday. Dedicating himself to the philosophy of taking small steps towards a better future, he's doing well. But then, his old friend X-Ray shows up with a get-rich-quick scheme, and the ensuing events will launch Armpit on yet another adventure, and put him in danger of legal trouble once again.

If you liked 'Holes', then this is a good read. While I wasn't happy with the ending, I would recommend this book for young readers.