A review by luisasm
Underdogs by Markus Zusak

4.0

Turned out really well, although I had my doubts in the beginning. The first book, The Underdog, is definitely the most aimless, with not much of a plot. It's more like an introduction to the characters, and it works pretty well, although I kept waiting for things to happen. The second book, Fighting Ruben Wolfe, also works well, since the plot is compelling, and the characters start to flesh out. Finally, Getting the Girl pulls everything together. Every character gets their moment. It's such an excellent climax, that it really seems the three books are all supposed to be one. They fit together so well. The family dynamic throughout all three is so real and the situations remind you that everyday life can be really captivating. What can I say, Markus Zusak can make things ridiculously realistic, plus beautiful writing and characters.