About Iron Valley: The Complete Series
Fun friendships, high school romance, and intense competition are at the heart of Tamara Girardi’s swoon-worthy, young-adult contemporary series.
In “Gridiron Girl,” follow Julia Medina, a determined and talented young woman who sets her sights on becoming the starting quarterback of Iron Valley High School’s football team. Amidst challenges and controversy, Jules must choose between her love for the game and her relationship with her boyfriend, Owen. Will she embrace her inner strength and lead her team to victory or settle for a life on the sidelines?
In “Disorder On The Court,” join sophomore Melanie Corwin on her journey to make the varsity volleyball team. When unexpected events shake up the team dynamics, Melanie must navigate social obstacles and prove her worth to her teammates. As romance and rivalries intertwine, she finds herself facing a dilemma that could jeopardize her place on the court forever.
In “Ultimate Takedown,” meet Annalise Fiori, the only girl on Iron Valley High School’s wrestling team. Balancing her passion for art and her dedication to the sport, Annalise strives to earn a wrestling scholarship and avoid her middle school rival, Sebastian Love. But when circumstances force them to work together, Annalise must confront her deepest secrets and fight to protect everything she’s worked so hard for.
Lastly, in “Shot Through The Heart,” archery champion Elle Corwin finds her world turned upside down when her long-distance relationship with football star Josh Brighton takes an unexpected turn. Determined to regain control of her life, Elle takes on a summer job at Camp Good Grief, where she must confront her own grief while teaching archery to the campers. Just as she begins to heal, Josh re-enters her life, throwing her plans into disarray and leaving her on the verge of missing her shot at happiness.
Get ready for an emotional rollercoaster as these four stories intertwine themes of courage, self-discovery, and the pursuit of dreams. Tamara Girardi’s engaging storytelling will keep you engrossed in the lives of these relatable and inspiring characters, rooting for them every step of the way.
Praise
“Gridiron Girl delivers on so many levels, and features a fierce, clear-eyed heroine who isn’t afraid to fight for what she wants, both on the field and off. I loved it!”
—Kes Trester, author of A Dangerous Year
“Gridiron Girl is an uplifting read packed with tons of girl power, delightful banter, and a whole lot of heart! I can’t get enough of Julia’s strength and her take-no-prisoners attitude! Definitely a must read!”
—Molly E. Lee, author of Ember of Night
“Inspiring and entertaining, Tamara Girardi’s Gridiron Girl expertly balances sporty-action, depth, and humor as she speeds us through the challenges and rewards of a teen who rises above expectations to accomplish a dream.”
—Nova McBee, author of the Calculated series
“Gridiron Girl lives and breathes football with the same intensity as its star athlete. A compelling book about drive and bravery and believing in yourself.”
—Stephanie J. Scott, author of All Last Summer
“Julia’s got as much grit as she has heart, both of which she’ll need to navigate obstacles on and off the field. A well-written debut novel. Tamara Girardi is a literary talent to watch.”
—Tina Ferraro, author of Top Ten Uses for an Unworn Prom Dress, How to Hook a Hottie, and The ABC’s of Kissing Boys
“Gridiron Girl is the book my football-obsessed heart has been craving. Give me a girl who knows how to go after her dreams even when the world is set against her, mix that with all of the epic sports-movie feels while also showing young women that they can do anything they set their mind to, and top it all off with phenomenal writing and edge-of-your-seat action, and you’ve got a story destined to become a young adult classic. Every teen girl needs to read this book.”
—Chelsea Bobulski, author of the All I Want for Christmas series
“Gridiron Girl is an engaging story about an elite athlete and her journey to step away from her role as the captain of a state bound volleyball team to pursue her true passion and earn the spot as the football team’s starting quarterback. Julia’s timely story of sports, family, determination, and romance will inspire readers to stay true to themselves, especially those who have ever considered redefining themselves.”
—Kimberly Gabriel, award-winning author of Every Stolen Breath