Fast Break by Mike Lupica

Fast Break

Mike Lupica

272 pages first pub 2015 (editions)

fiction middle grade sports lighthearted fast-paced

Description

Forced to live on his own after his mom dies and her boyfriend abandons him, 12-year-old Jayson does whatever it takes to get by. He will do anything to avoid the foster care system. Besides, his real home has always been the beat-up basketball co...

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Community Reviews Summary of 18 reviews

Moods

challenging 100%
emotional 100%
hopeful 100%
sad 100%

Pace

fast 100%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 100%

Strong character development?

Yes: 100%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 100%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 100%

Average rating

3.58

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