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Description
Josh had been living in a group home after being ratted out by Scott, his one-time best friend.
Now Josh has moved in with his brother and overbearing sister-in-law and has been sent to a class designed to teach him to deal with his anger. When an old enemy continues to push his buttons and Scott appears to be up to his old tricks, Josh struggles to control his temper. Framed for a crime he didn't commit, it will take all of his new-found strength to keep his cool—and his freedom.
The epub edition of this title is fully accessible. Also available in Spanish.
Recommended Age, Grade, and Reading Levels
- Age:
- 12 to 18
- Grade:
- 8 to 12
- Reading age:
- 12 to 18
Awards
- Short-listed, ALA Popular Paperback for Young Adults
- Commended, Resource Links "The Year's Best"
- Commended, American Library Association (ALA) Popular Paperback for Young Adults
- Commended, Canadian Children's Book Centre (CCBC) Our Choice
- Short-listed, ALA Popular Paperbacks
- Commended, CCBC Our Choice
- Commended, Resource Links, The Year's Best Books
Editorial Reviews
“Action and character development are nicely balanced in this well-paced novel about a kid in trouble who is still worth saving.”
— Hip Librarian's Book Blog
“A swift moving plot and language designed for a 2.1 reading level make this a quick, easy, and engrossing read. Josh comes to life as a complex character, struggling with his past hardships, present conflicts and uncertain future...Recommended.”
— CM Magazine
"What a fabulous book!...If you bring one book to one boy this year, this would be an excellent choice! (Girls and adults will like it too!)"
— Resource Links
"Quick plot development. The protagonist is well developed; it is easy to identify with Josh's frustrations and his growth."
— KLIATT
