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Hicks, Peter

Lance Armstrong: Racing Hero

32 pp. | Rosen/PowerKids | March, 2011 | Library ISBN 978-1-4488-3289-7 $25.25

(4) 4-6 Famous Lives series. This readable volume is chock-full of trivia about cycling champion Armstrong (minus doping allegations and divorce). Section headings help organize the information--and will help readers navigate the crowded spreads--while sidebars provide additional information. The "A Day in the Life" section and "Do You Have What It Takes?" personality quiz may engage readers. The many photographs are generally relevant. Reading list. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Rebecca Hachmyer