Tyrell

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Tyrell is the story set over several weeks of a tough high school dropout in the Bronx. He comes from a down and out family...his father is in prison; his mother is someone who really does belong in Mitt Romney's 47% of the population, a woman who does expect the government to support her. Along with his young brother, the family lives in a roach-infested motel, a temporary dwelling for the homeless. One bright spot in Tyrell's life is his girlfriend Novisha, whose life and family are stable. The novel involves Tyrell's battle to keep his own head and his family's above water, as well as that of a girl named Jasmine who lives at the hotel. The novel is told from Tyrell's point of view, and is narrated in his dialect. As a result, it spares no punches. The language is often raw; the book does involve sexual and drug-related situations that Tyrell encounters. Be that as it may, Tyrell's story is intriguing, and certainly will attract high school students who wouldn't classify themselves as "readers."

you can see the world of Tyrrell cone to life as you read it

Living in the Bronx, Tyrell is forced into manhood by the re-incarceration of his father and his mother’s inability to accept responsibility. Dealing with horrific emergency housing, Tyrell struggles to find a legal means of supporting his family and to make the “right” life decisions about school, relationships and family. The bitter ending, and true to life language and sexual content help to portray genuine hurdles that many economically disadvantage youth confront daily.

I loved this novel mostly because there were no faeries, vampires or werewolves.This novel was told through the eyes of a young teen named Tyrell and it was very believable. The prose was spot on and the use of the first person present tense made you feel as though you were walking in Tyrell's shoes. I would definitely recommend this novel to young teens who are looking for a realistic read.

Tyrell is basically a good kid, but at 15 years old has to deal with some adult responsibilities. His father is in jail and his mother is completely worthless, so Tyrell is the only hope his younger brother has for a decent life. When they get evicted, the family is placed in a roach-infested motel until more suitable housing becomes available. Tyrell's mother takes no responsibility for her own children, and even goes so far as to expect Tyrell to deal drugs in order to make enough money to support the family. Tyrell is determined not to end up in jail like his dad, and comes up with his own money making scheme. Meanwhile, his girlfriend, Novisha, and another homeless teen, Jasmine, send a few more challenges his way.I didn't love this book, but it was extremely popular in my classroom, even with reluctant readers.Drug use, language, and sexual situations make it more appropriate for mature readers.

Love this book! Took place right in NYC. It was great to read a young boy’s perspective on having to grow up without a parent having your best interests at heart.

I'm conflicted with this book. While I think that it is a good way to get students who live in these situations to read and probably a pretty accurate representation of their lifestyles, I am disturbed by the perpetuation of the stereotypical way that women are portrayed in this book. There is no question that the double standards for men and women in relationships is hypocritical . It just seems to be accepted as the way it is. Men can do whatever they want and women are held to higher, monogamist standard.Having said that, the book is an easy read--well written and flows well.

Good read, funny in places, sad for him & his brother throughout his young life, disappointed with the ending!!

I looooove this book. Coa Booth is an amazing author. It'll make you laugh and cry and appreciate life. I've read it at least 4 times and I still cant get enough.