A teen novel about pregnancy denial.

Inspired by the career of NHL star Jordin Tootoo, this book follows one exceptional player's journey towards hockey greatness.

Archie starts Grade 6 as the only kid who has not grown over the summer. He goes on a mission to make himself bigger, stronger and faster to impress his best girl friend, Shamini.

Allie MacLean: the basketball player who won't let an injury destroy her dreams

Jax Barren: the snowboarder with a rep to protect

Parmita Kapoor: the soccer player who won't keep a secret that crosses the line

Nathan Moore: The lacrosse player who won't let the desire for bigger muscles turn him into a meathead

Aaron Wong: the hockey player who won't take hazing lying down

Carrie Munroe: the synchro swimmer who won't let her body shape weigh her down

It seems Peter Kuiksak's star just keeps rising. This young hockey hero from the Northwest Territories is the top player in his league, being pursued by agents, and becoming something of a celebrity in his adopted city, Edmonton. But being the centre of attention isn't all it's cracked up to be. It seems no one sees Peter as just Peter anymore -- least of all the star himself.
Inspired by the career of NHL star Jordin Tootoo, Northern Star continues one exceptional player's journey, started in Roughing and Against the Boards, toward hockey greatness.