Blood Brothers

Blood Brothers is issue-based realistic fiction that draws in YA readers A story for teens about people their age facing difficult choices about their peers, future, and values As a teacher, the author is experienced writing issue-based books confronting harsh topics in a way that appeals to students Jakub’s graffiti is a major part of the novel; graffiti art is an increasing part of our urban landscape and is gaining respect as an art form Explores gang life, into which Lincoln is sucked, intrigued by his older brother and a strong peer pressure Also explores the immigrant experience from a young adult’s perspective