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By: LJ Alonge | Illustrator: Raul Allen | Series: Blacktop
In the third installment of the Blacktop series, comes the story of a troubled teen who finds himself caught in a whirlwind of unexpected adventures amidst the bustling streets of Oakland, California.
Frank’s not great at staying out of trouble. He’s also not great at driving cars. After his joyride ends in a crash, he’s stuck with a court-appointed Community Mentor for the summer.
But it’s not too bad. Officer Appleby’s all right. And if anyone can handle a basketball team, a police officer, and a new girl on the horizon, it’s Frank Torres.
A must-read for basketball enthusiasts, fans of multicultural narratives, and young adult readers seeking a thrilling and uplifting story.
In the third installment of the Blacktop series, comes the story of a troubled teen who finds himself caught in a whirlwind of unexpected adventures amidst the bustling streets of Oakland, California.
Frank’s not great at staying out of trouble. He’s also not great at driving cars. After his joyride ends in a crash, he’s stuck with a court-appointed Community Mentor for the summer.
But it’s not too bad. Officer Appleby’s all right. And if anyone can handle a basketball team, a police officer, and a new girl on the horizon, it’s Frank Torres.
A must-read for basketball enthusiasts, fans of multicultural narratives, and young adult readers seeking a thrilling and uplifting story.