Payback Time by Carl Deuker (Paperback)

Payback Time is a young adult novel by Carl Deuker, an acclaimed author of sports fiction for teens. The story follows a high school reporter covering the football team who senses that something about a talented new player does not add up, and starts digging for the truth. A paperback that blends football action with mystery and suspense, ideal for teen readers who enjoy sports stories with real stakes.