TURF

TURF by Lucas, John is about Jay, a fifteen-year-old member of the Blake Street Boyz gang, who defends his neighborhood turf alongside his best friend Milk while carrying a knife. The novel follows Jay as he navigates the expectations and pressures of gang life, having learned his lessons from the streets about choosing the right gang, clothes, and behavior to gain respect. As he comes of age, Jay is faced with a pivotal moment that requires him to step up within the gang, forcing him to confront the consequences of his choices.