The Whole of My World
Nicole Hayes

The Whole of My World
Nicole Hayes
Review
by Katherine Dretzke
AFL has always been a huge part of Shelley’s life, from going to local games to analysing every part of the Glenthorn Football Club’s performance, the team she is passionate about. But then the accident happens and everything changes. With a father who’s just barely functioning and a secret that’s breaking her heart, Shelley throws herself even further into the game she loves.
Leaving behind the awkwardness of her old school and beginning afresh at St Mary’s Catholic Ladies College, Shelley meets Tara, a fellow Glenthorn fan, who introduces Shelley to the world of fanatics. Shelley starts watching the players train and joins a cheer squad to help rally them on the weekend. And when a friendship blossoms with one of the club’s new stars, Shelley begins to feel like life is getting back on track, just as long as Glenthorn can keep winning.
This is a brilliant coming-of-age story about family, tragedy and the power of AFL. I’m beyond thrilled that someone has finally given us a well-written, fun yet serious novel about girls who love our great game. I loved it.
Recommended for ages 13 and up.
Katherine Dretzke is a bookseller at Readings Hawthorn.
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