Rating: OMG
Rarely, do I come across a young adult novel to which I greatly identify. A novel that speaks of some of
my childhood experiences while uttering the words of my friends, schoolmates,
and family. A story that opens with one
of those out-of-left field questions that I was famous for asking.
Ali lives by one word—loyalty. This sixteen-year old latchkey
kid is fiercely loyal to his family and friends. Shying away from the trouble in
his neighborhood, Ali spends his time boxing, watching his little sister,
hanging out with Noodles and Needles, but mainly bailing Noodles out of his
messes. Although Ali is usually the level-headed one of the group, he pushes for
them to attend a party catering to an older crowd. However, the good time
brought with it tragic consequences.
