Books Like Faceoff Fall Out
Families who loved Faceoff Fall Out by Jake Maddox often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved Faceoff Fall Out by Jake Maddox often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your child is struggling with the complicated mix of sadness and resentment that comes when a close friend moves away and enters a new, separate life. It is particularly helpful for children who express their emotions through sports or competition rather than words. The story follows Jax, a dedicated hockey player who must face his former best friend, Archer, in a high-stakes state tournament. Beyond the action on the ice, the narrative explores how distance can turn a bond into a rivalry and the difficult process of moving from bitterness toward reconciliation. It is a fast-paced, accessible read for ages 8 to 12 that validates the pain of losing a daily companion while modeling how to maintain sportsmanship and personal integrity when faces from the past reappear in challenging contexts.
