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Award-winning author, Sharon G. Flake, presents a powerful novel about a teen boy and girl, each tackling disabilities. Autumn and Adonis have nothing in common and everything in common. Autumn is outgoing and has lots of friends. Adonis is shy and not so eager to connect with people. But even with their differences, the two have one thing in common--they're each dealing with a handicap. For Autumn, who has a learning disability, reading is a painful struggle that makes it hard to focus in class. But as her school's most aggressive team wrestler, Autumn can take down any problem. Adonis uses a wheelchair. He has no legs. He can't walk or dance. But he's a strong reader who loves books. Even so, Adonis has a secret he knows someone like Autumn can heal. In time, Autumn and Adonis are forced to see that our greatest weaknesses can turn into the assets that forever change us and those we love. Told in alternating voices, Takedown explores issues of self-discovery, friendship, and what it means to be different Format: Paperback Binding: Perfect-bound Paperback ISBN: 9780545057332 Page Count: 240 Trim Size: 5-1⁄4 x 8 Pub Date: June 2014 Fiction / Nonfiction: Fiction Ages: 14 & Up Grades: 9 and up Imprint: Scholastic Press Subjects: Behavioral and Learning Problems and Disorders, Bullying Experiences, Challenges and Overcoming Obstacles, Cousins, Helping Others, Living with Illness and Disabilities, Physical Challenges, Romantic Relationships, Wrestling Genre: Realistic Fiction, Young Adult Language: English Guided Reading Level: GR Level V Lexile® Measure: HL460L Return Restrictions: Strippable