Shoeless Joe & Me

The mix of real historical figures and fantasy made the story really unique. I'm curious how the author decided on this approach and what they hoped young readers would take away.

The way the main character is so passionate about baseball and his family history really resonated with me. Did that passion make anyone else feel more invested in his journey?

The way Shoeless Joe is depicted felt authentic but also crafted to fit the story. I'm wondering if the author based it on real accounts or took creative liberties.