Books by Michael Hardcastle

Eddie loves football just as much as his older brother Matthew. But the coach doesn't think that he's got what it takes. But when Matthew is forced to miss an important game, Eddie sees his chance of proving himself. Will he be able to find the shots to show everyone what a good striker he is?

This action-packed novel by the UK's best-selling sports fiction writer for children is a must for aspiring cricketers - boys and girls alike. And he's got a hero on his side - the fast bowler Kamram Aslam. What he hasn't got is the support of his school coach - and the chance to show just how good he is .