What a beautifully written novel! I suggest all black middle school aged boys to read this! It’s so relatable and highlights the emotions young (black) boys go through but seldom (if at all) can express. It’s interesting reading how the main character voices his thoughts vs what he actually says. It’s also interesting watching his brothers emotions though the main character’s eyes! 

Additionally, the novel is written in verse and is so beautifully written. You could HEAR and SEE his writing. The words literally jumped off the page! Fantastic YA novel!