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An Epic Showdown – and a Lesson in Friendship

The Super Cars are geared up to do good in their town, using their new powers to help others – until they’re stopped in their tracks by a mischievous villain! A spiky-haired hot-rod named Spikes rolls onto the scene, scattering nails and causing trouble wherever he goes. He’s determined to beat the Super Cars and prove he’s the fastest, meanest vehicle on the road. Will Spikes stop the Super Cars, or can our heroes convince this prickly opponent to join forces with them?

In Finish the Race: Yikes! It’s Spikes!, the thrilling conclusion to the Finish the Race series, children are treated to a fun-filled showdown that carries a gentle message: sometimes a “bad guy” just needs a friend. As the Super Cars confront Spikes, they discover Spikes isn’t a villain at heart – he’s acting mean because he feels left out and doesn’t know how to express himselfbarnesandnoble.com. By extending kindness and acceptance, the Super Cars turn a potential enemy into an ally.

This action-packed story (great for ages 2–7) delivers humor, adventure, and heart. The playful rhymes and zooming pace will keep kids glued to the pages, while parents will appreciate the lesson that friendship and understanding can overcome differences. The illustrations are bold and dynamic – from Spikes’ sharp, shiny spikes to the Super Cars’ heroic deeds – making this an exciting visual ride.

If your child enjoys books like Little Blue Truck (with its message of friendship) or loves the excitement of Buster’s Trip to Victory Lane, they will absolutely adore Yikes! It’s Spikes! Fans of Cars or Thomas the Tank Engine will also appreciate the fun mix of vehicle characters and valuable life lessons. This book wraps up the Finish the Race trilogy in the most satisfying way – with plenty of vroom, a dash of mayhem, and a heartwarming ending that will leave your child smiling.

With its positive themes of acceptance and teamwork, Finish the Race: Yikes! It’s Spikes! is a grand finale that will have kids begging, “Let’s read it again!” So buckle up and enjoy one more exciting ride with the Super Cars and their new friend Spikes.

(Written and illustrated by Thomas C. Jung. Available in eBook, Hardcover, Paperback, and Audiobook. This Book 3 adventure recently earned praise as “highly recommended” for car-loving kids. Be sure to check out Books 1 and 2 to see how the Super Cars’ journey began!)

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