Black and White

Black and White

by Paul Volponi

This is the story of Eddie and Marcus, two teenage boys who have been best friends forever. This is an unusual occurence in the New York neighborhood they grew up in and earns them the nickname "Black and White". They are star basketball players and are headed to the NCAA until their dreams are shattered by a bad decision. Rather than work at a "demeaning" job in a fast food restaurant, they begin a spree of armed robberies. Their third attempt ends in disaster when they shoot someone. This gripping account describes their emotions in the aftermath as well as the consequences of their crime. This very easy book should especially appeal to boys.