Response
Author: Volponi, Paul
ISBN: 9780142416037
Publisher: Penguin Group USA
Year first published: 08 Jul 2010
Pages: 176
Format: Paperback / softback
Noah and his friends go to a predominantly all-white neighborhood with a plan- steal a car, sell it to a chop shop, and make some fast cash. But that never happens. Instead, Noah, a teen father, becomes the victim of a vicious beating that leaves him with a fractured skull. The question is, was the attacker protecting his turf, or did he target Noah just because he's black?
From critically acclaimed author of Black and White comes a gripping tale of survival and justice in a divided community.
"Writing in an authentic voice, Volponi balances sensitivity and rage."-Booklist
"Noah's story is an important one, and although not an easy book to read, it is recommended."-VOYA
What happens when a bad plan ends up crossing the line?
Noah and his friends go to a predominantly all-white neighborhood with a plan- steal a car, sell it to a chop shop, and make some fast cash. But that never happens. Instead, Noah, a teen father, becomes the victim of a vicious beating that leaves him with a fractured skull. The question is- was the attacker protecting his turf . . . or did he target Noah just because he's Black? Was this a random violent attack or a hate crime?
ISBN: 9780142416037
Publisher: Penguin Group USA
Year first published: 08 Jul 2010
Pages: 176
Format: Paperback / softback
Noah and his friends go to a predominantly all-white neighborhood with a plan- steal a car, sell it to a chop shop, and make some fast cash. But that never happens. Instead, Noah, a teen father, becomes the victim of a vicious beating that leaves him with a fractured skull. The question is, was the attacker protecting his turf, or did he target Noah just because he's black?
From critically acclaimed author of Black and White comes a gripping tale of survival and justice in a divided community.
"Writing in an authentic voice, Volponi balances sensitivity and rage."-Booklist
"Noah's story is an important one, and although not an easy book to read, it is recommended."-VOYA
What happens when a bad plan ends up crossing the line?
Noah and his friends go to a predominantly all-white neighborhood with a plan- steal a car, sell it to a chop shop, and make some fast cash. But that never happens. Instead, Noah, a teen father, becomes the victim of a vicious beating that leaves him with a fractured skull. The question is- was the attacker protecting his turf . . . or did he target Noah just because he's Black? Was this a random violent attack or a hate crime?
