BOOKED by Kwame Alexander paperback young adult novel book

BOOKED by KWAME ALEXANDER (part of The Crossover Series) fiction paperback 329 total pages New York Times Bestseller Kwame Alexander's Booked is a young adult novel in verse about the life of Nick Hall, an eighth-grader and soccer aficionado who struggles to meet his parents' expectations and honor his own self-identity in the wake of his parents' separation. While somewhat lighter than Alexander's The Crossover, Booked still deals with serious life issues for middle schoolers, including bullying, racism, divorce, and education. Kids will find it relatable, and parents and educators will love the positive messaging about family, friendship, and learning.