Crossover

by Kwame Alexander
Hennepin County Library hardcover 237 pages
genre: YA (though HC lib marks it "Children's") realistic fiction, basketball

Twins Josh (aka Filthy McNasty) and Jordan (aka JB) tell their story in prose poetry. Lots of basketball and brotherly dynamics. The thread of their father's career and health run throughout. JB's girlfriend Alexis (Miss Sweet Tea) changes the relationship between the two boys.

I didn't love it, but will probably buy it for my boys who love sports and don't love to read. My favorite parts were Josh's love of English and use of vocabulary words. Also, having mom as the Assistant Principal - no fun for any kid.