Bronxwood

by Coe Booth

Hardcover, 2011

Library's review

Tyrell lives in the projects and faces pres - sures from all fronts—a father just out of jail, a brother in foster care, and roommates who deal drugs. A gritty, raw, and realistic account of life on the streets.

Tags

NCSS Standards Theme--Culture, NCSS Standards Theme--People-Places-Environments, NCSS Standards Theme--Individual Development and Identity, Social Interactions-Relationships, Reading Level-High (9-12)

Genres

Collection

Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People

Publication

Push (2011), Edition: 1, 320 pages

Description

Tyrell's life is spinning out of control after his father is released from prison, his little brother is placed in foster care, and the drug dealers he's living with are pressuring him to start dealing.

Awards

Best Fiction for Young Adults (Selection — 2012)
Quick Picks for Reluctant Young Adult Readers (Top Ten — 2012)
Capitol Choices Noteworthy Book for Children and Teens (2012)
NCSS/CBC Notable Social Studies Trade Book for Young People (2012)

Language

English

Original language

English

Original publication date

2011

Pages

320

Physical description

320 p.; 7.25 inches

ISBN

0439925347 / 9780439925341

DDC/MDS

813.6

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