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Homeboyz

Alan Sitomer
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Homeboyz

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2007

Book Brief

Alan Sitomer

Homeboyz

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2007
Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Los Angeles, California • Contemporary

Publication Year

2007

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

860L

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Super Short Summary

Homeboyz by Alan Sitomer follows Teddy Anderson, a smart and talented hacker, who seeks revenge after his sister Tina is killed in a gang-related shooting. Teddy infiltrates gangs and uses his skills to find her killer, all while under house arrest and mentoring a younger boy, Micah. Through their relationship, both characters confront the cycle of violence and make significant personal transformations. Contains themes of gang violence, murder, and suicide.

Gritty

Emotional

Challenging

Unnerving

Reviews & Readership

4.5

2,462 ratings

84%

Loved it

11%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Alan Sitomer's Homeboyz captures readers with its gripping narrative and compelling characters. Reviewers praise its realistic portrayal of inner-city life and the depth of its emotional impact. However, some critique the book's pacing and occasional predictability. Overall, it’s recognized for its powerful social message and ability to engage young adults.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Homeboyz?

A reader who would enjoy Homeboyz by Alan Sitomer is likely a teenager or young adult interested in gritty, urban narratives with strong themes of family, redemption, and gang life. Fans of novels like The Outsiders by S.E. Hinton or Monster by Walter Dean Myers will appreciate the authentic voice and compelling storyline.

4.5

2,462 ratings

84%

Loved it

11%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Los Angeles, California • Contemporary

Publication Year

2007

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

Lexile Level

860L

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