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What girl doesn't want to be surrounded by gorgeous jocks day in and day out? Jordan Woods isn't just surrounded by hot guys, though-she leads them as the captain and quarterback of her high school football team. They all see her as one of the guys, and that's just fine. As long as she gets... read more
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My name is Haily McClanahan and I read Catching Jordan by Miranda Kenneally. I read this book for my 2012 September book.
The main character in this book is Jordan Woods. Jordan Woods, also known as Woods, is an amazing high school quarter back that has a reputation, both good and bad.... read more (warning: may contain spoilers)
Characters edit
- Jordan Woods: The protagonist. She's the quarterback and Captain of her High School football team. Also, the best high school QB in the state until Ty shows up. She is best friends with Sam and dreams of playing college football.
- Sam Henry: Jordan's best friend since they were seven. Plays Wide Receiver on the football team. Described as having golden curly hair and green eyes. A bit of a player since splitting from Carrie.
- Tyler "Ty" Green: New quarterback that's just moved from Texas. Looks like Chase Crawford. Catches Jordan's eye.
- JJ: Fellow football teammate of Jordan. One of Jordan's best friends. He is also very protective of her
- Joe Carter Sr.: Fellow football teammate. His father is a previous pro football player and helps watch woods back. He is also there for her when she needs it.
- Michael Irvin: Jordan's older brother. Plays college football for Tennesee.
- Mrs. Woods: Jordan's mom. Very supportive of Jordan.
- Donovan Woods: Jordan's dad, an NFL player. Quarterback for the Tennesse Titans.
- Marie Baird: A cheerleader. Part of Henry's "Harem." Jordan's friend.
- Carrie Myer: Cheerleader and friend. Henry's ex. Jordan's friend.
- Jake Reynolds: Teammate of Mike's. Sexist pig. Looks like he's going to end up playing for the NFL.
- Kristen Markum: Cheerleader that has a crush on Ty.
- Lacey: Head cheerleader. Has on/off relationship with JJ.
- Mark Tucker: Principal of Alabama State.
- Jerry Rice: Football player. Name of the electronic baby Sam and Jordan have to take home.
- Higgins: Football player.
- Vanessa exclaim: Ty's younger sister.
- Mr. Taylor: Add a description of this character.
- Mrs. H.
- Duckett
- Bryson
- Todd Phillips
- Mr. Green
- Mr. Tucker
- Ms. Bonner
- Michael Phelps
- Bob Miller
- Drew Bates
- Dr. Freeman
- Samantha Milton
- Savannah Bailey
- Rob Thompson
- Seth Brennan
Quotes edit
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“Who ever knew throwing a perfect spiral would be simple compared to dealing with guys?”
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“A wise man once said, ‘Nothing takes the taste out of peanut butter quite like unrequited love.’”
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When unrequited love is the most expensive thing on the menu, sometimes you settle for the daily special.
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“For what it’s worth,” Dad says, running his fingers over the picture, “I’ve never seen anyone run faster than Henry after you hurt your knee last week.”
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“Henry?” JJ asks. “Asleep in my bed.” “What?” Ty exclaims. “It’s no big deal, dude,” JJ says. “He sleeps there more than he does at his own place.”
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“Why were you watching me change?” I exclaim. “Uh, ’cause I’m a guy?”
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Ty better appreciate how hard I’ve worked to make myself attractive for him this morning, because I am fucking spent.
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Love hurts worse than getting slammed by a 250-pound linebacker
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Ty leans toward me and runs a hand through his hair. “It means…I didn’t expect you’d be so gorgeous.”
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This must be the weirdest thing a football coach has ever seen: two quarterbacks making out.
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First Sentence edit
I once read that football was invented so people wouldn't notice summer ending.
Table of Contents edit
Chapter 1: A Hail Mary and a Harem
Chapter 2: Knee Problems
Chapter 3: The Great Donovan Woods
Chapter 4: Mudding
Chapter 5: Stupid Fitted Tee
Chapter 6: Came #1
Chapter 7: Henry
Chapter 8: Nachos Grande
Chapter 9: He Knew...?
Chapter 10: Jerry Rice
Chapter 11: Opportunity
Chapter 12: Truth or Dare?
Chapter 13: Rumors
Chapter 14: Revelations
Chapter 15: Carter
Chapter 16: Trades
Chapter 17: Stupid Fish Plaque
Chapter 18: It Gets Worse
Chapter 19: The Daily Special
Chapter 20: Having Cake
Chapter 21: Trip to Alabama
Chapter 22: Loneliness
Chapter 23: Who the Hell was in Charge of Homecoming?
Chapter 24: Dad
Chapter 25: First Date
Chapter 26: Prepping for the State Championship
Chapter 27: The State Championship
Chapter 28: He Stopped to get Flowers?
Chapter 29: One Week Since
Chapter 30: Trips
Chapter 31: A Lifetime Supply of Cookies and Lemonade
Series & Lists edit
This is book 1 of 5 in Hundred Oaks. (standard series)
Followed by Stealing Parker.
Authors & Contributors edit
- Miranda Kenneally (Author)
First Edition edit
Original Language: English
Publisher: Sourcebooks Fire
Country: USA
Publication Date: December 1, 2011
ISBN: 9781402262272
Page Count: 288
Publisher: Sourcebooks Fire
Country: USA
Publication Date: December 1, 2011
ISBN: 9781402262272
Page Count: 288
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- Miranda Kenneally: Author's Website
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