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Jun 21, 2019TEENREVIEWCREW rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
The Crossover, by Kwame Alexander, is about twin brothers/basketball players, Josh and JB. The guys are inseparable both on and off the court. They also have a father that was a famous basketball player for Italy. The brothers are determined to lead their team through a great season as well as possibly winning the championship for their junior high. Then things start to change extremely. JB starts to spend more time with a new girl that turns into his girlfriend, they notice their mom and dad are fighting regarding an issue, and the twins grow apart. This book is one of the best poetry books I’ve ever read. The Crossover is a rhythmic/poetic adventure that can really connect you emotionally to all of the events that take place in the novel. I found myself constantly flipping the pages, eagerly waiting to see what was going to happen next. Kwame Alexander did an amazing job on this novel and continues to with his other ones as well. I absolutely recommend this book, you will not regret reading it 4.5/5. @CreativityReader of the Hamilton Public Library's Teen Review Board The Crossover is about two twins who play basketball together, Josh and Jordan. Ever since they were little they loved playing basketball. Now they are 12 years old, and they are getting to a stage of life where they have other interests than just basketball. Jordan is interested in girls and Josh hasn’t hit that stage of life yet. Their dad who also loves basketball has heart trouble and he is in the hospital. While their Dad is sick, Jordan spends less time with Josh and more time with his girlfriend (Alexa). Their dad is also spending less time with them because he is in the hospital. Overall the family becomes very separated, especially the brothers and this creates a lot to challenges. Eventually, they all work together to connect the family, including Alexa, back together. This book was a really nice read. It is one of my favourite books and it is written in a poem style. Aside from being very touching, it is an easy and quick book to read! @rusty_reads of the Teen Review Board at the Hamilton Public Library