54 pages • 1 hour read
Carl DeukerOn the Devil's Court
Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 1991A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
In On the Devil's Court by Carl Deuker, 17-year-old Joe Faust moves with his parents to Seattle and struggles to choose between public Loyal High and private Eastside School for his senior year. Despite conflicts with his parents and a rivalry with talented yet troubled Ross, Joe ultimately attends Eastside, where he experiences a turbulent basketball season filled with doubt, personal growth, and triumphs.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
On the Devil's Court by Carl Deuker is a compelling sports novel that effectively explores themes of superstition, self-belief, and personal growth in a high school setting. The narrative's engaging pace is well-appreciated, though some readers find the supernatural elements a bit forced. Character development excels, making it an engaging read for young adults and sports enthusiasts.
Who Should Read On the Devil's Court?
Readers who enjoy On the Devil's Court by Carl Deuker are likely fans of sports-themed young adult fiction with a psychological twist. Similar to S.E. Hinton's The Outsiders and M.T. Anderson's Feed, they appreciate nuanced character development and moral dilemmas intertwined with high-stakes athletic drama.
RecommendedReading Age
12-18yearsLexile Level
730LBook Details
Realistic Fiction
American Literature
Children's Literature
Sports
Life/Time: Coming of Age
Values/Ideas: Power & Greed
Values/Ideas: Literature