Reading Metrics
Grade Level
Upper Grades (UG 9-12)
Book Level
4.9
Points
12.0
Fiction/Nonfiction
Fiction
Word Count
82633
Points per Word
0.000145
Page Count
313
Points per Page
0.038339
Description
This is the story of two men joined by something deeper than the accident of birth or the color of their skin.
Quick Summary
Walter Mosley delivers a powerful story about two men from completely different worlds who discover an unbreakable connection that challenges everything they thought they knew about family and loyalty. Readers will root for this unlikely pair as they navigate secrets, face danger together, and find out what it truly means to stand by someone. If your kid loves emotionally charged stories like "The Hate U Give" or the raw honesty of Jason Reynolds, they'll be completely drawn in. Perfect for teens in grades 10-12 who want a gripping read that tackles big questions about identity and belonging.