Drop into the world of rule-breaking, gravity-defying girls who shred riding freestyle BMX. Josie Peters thinks she’ll do anything to ride in the Ultimate BMX freestyle event the summer before her senior year. To hit the qualifying events in the Midwest, Josie and her friends take off on a summer road trip where late-night parties, an intimidating mega ramp, and the lure of sponsorships spark friction between the girls. When Josie’s best chance for success depends on her relationship with flashy rider R.T. Torres, she has to decide what she’s trying to win and how much she’ll sacrifice. More than a girls’ sports book or a BMX biking book, Shredded is a motivating push-your-limits story that takes on feminism, friendship, sexism, and sibling rivalry. Even readers unfamiliar with BMX or extreme sports will be caught up in the adrenaline rush of Josie’s tricks, wipeouts, and wins. Hints of romance provide extra conflict without overtaking the main plot. Ideal for fans of realistic young adult fiction, Shredded features a strong female lead character who goes after what she wants by taking action. "Shredded is the holy grail of young adult fiction. This book is absolutely perfect." - San Francisco Book Review (5 stars) "I loved this book... Karen Avivi's extensive research into BMX tricks and competitions has resulted in a book that keeps the reader's attention riveted during the description of each gravity-defying trick. She also addresses some very important issues about how young women are frequently treated in extreme sport competitions, and how that can be changed by the young women who participate. You don't have to be a woman to enjoy this book or be into BMX or other extreme sports. It is a fabulous read and one I wholeheartedly recommend." -Reviewed by Jack Magnus for Readers' Favorite "...I love this book. Flippin' LOVE IT.... Fast paced, emotionally resonant, and high speed action: this book will play well with guys and girls. The writing is clear and compelling - Josie Peters as a character is clear as day, and her hesitations, hurts, and victories make the text live and breathe. Seriously, if you have any teen/tween girls around you - put this book into their hands. Read it yourself. It's powerfully motivating..." -Reviewed by Tanita Davis of Finding Wonderland: The Writing YA Weblog writingya.blogspot.ca " This book is so good it made me want to start shouting empowerment slogans at the top of my lungs like some sort of deranged Spice Girl." - Litchick's Hit List (Rating: A) "Avivi has herself a novel that teen girls will not be able to resist! A most delicious novel for any middle/high school library!" - Jennifer Szoch at Novel Nutritious "Engrossing, pulse-racing and features one hell of a daredevil for a heroine!" - Dia Pelaez at Book Junkie Joint (5 stars) " Fantastic Sports Read for Teen Girls and Guys ... Definitely going on my 'Recommended' list!" - Kelli Bragg at kellithelibrarian.com Karen Avivi is never bored. If the weather is nice, it's almost impossible for her to stay inside. Karen has tried surfing, skydiving, scuba diving, stunt classes, archery, winter camping, orienteering, mountaineering, mountain biking, and she even attempted a bike ramp once but it didn't end well. If she's not reading or writing, she's usually planning a new adventure.