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For fans of Jason Reynolds and Kwame Alexander, a poignant and timely novel about race, class, and second chances.
Ever since T’Shawn’s dad died, his mother has been struggling to keep the family afloat. So when he’s offered a spot on a prestigious diving team at the local private swim club, he knows that joining would only add another bill to the pile.
But T studies hard and never gets into trouble, so he thinks his mom might be willing to bear the cost… until he finds out that his older brother, Lamont, is getting released early from prison.
Luckily, T’Shawn is given a scholarship, and he can put all his frustration into diving practices. But when criminal activity increases in the neighborhood and people begin to suspect Lamont, T’Shawn begins to worry that maybe his brother hasn’t left his criminal past behind after all.
And he struggles to hold on to the hope that they can put the broken pieces of their damaged relationship back together.
Industry Reviews
"This novel successfully tackles the realities of homelessness, police intimidation and violence, and racism, and it ultimately demonstrates that forgiveness requires courage."--Publishers Weekly
"Courage is exactly what the title advertises: the tale of a brave child navigating the rough waters of adolescence and family trauma despite the natural fears we all have. Dive into this touching story ASAP!"--Lamar Giles, Two-Time Edgar Award Nominee
"Absorbing and powerful tale. Reminiscent of Chris Crutchter's Whale Talk. An auspicious debut and a compelling read that will prompt important discussions about police brutality, racism, and economic inequity."--School Library Journal
"Anger, injustice, bullying, jealousy, and shame develop into trust, passion, and forgiveness within a family and a community in this fast-moving book. A mirror to urban black readers, a window to everyone else, Courage might even teach you something about diving."--Patricia Hruby Powell, Author of The Robert F. Sibert Honor Book Josephine: The Dazzling Life of Josephine Baker
ISBN: 9780062561657
ISBN-10: 0062561650
Published: 20th August 2018
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Number of Pages: 368
Audience: Children
For Ages: 9+ years old
For Grades: 3 - 7
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
Country of Publication: US
Dimensions (cm): 22.0 x 15.5 x 3.5
Weight (kg): 0.43
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